The Dragonbone Chair (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, #1)
by Tad Williams
The Dragonbone Chair by Tad Williams holds a well received rating of 3.95 out of 5, based on 45.1K reader ratings. First published in 1988. The book spans 672 pages.
About The Dragonbone Chair
A war fueled by the powers of dark sorcery is about to engulf the peaceful land of Osten Ard—for Prester John, the High King, lies dying. And with his death, the Storm King, the undead ruler of the elf-like Sithi, seizes the chance to regain his lost realm through a pact with the newly ascended king. Knowing the consequences of this bargain, the king’s younger brother joins with a small, scattered group of scholars, the League of the Scroll, to confront the true danger threatening Osten Ard. Simon, a kitchen boy from the royal castle unknowingly apprenticed to a member of this League, will be sent on a quest that offers the only hope of salvation, a deadly riddle concerning long-lost swords of power. Compelled by fate and perilous magics, he must leave the only home he’s ever known and face enemies more terrifying than Osten Ard has ever seen, even as the land itself begins to die. After the landmark Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn trilogy, the epic saga of Osten Ard continues with the brand-new novel, The Heart of What Was Lost. Then don’t miss the upcoming trilogy, The Last King of Osten Ard, beginning with The Witchwood Crown!
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Tad Williams |
| Published | 1988 |
| Pages | 672 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.95 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 45,102 |
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What genre is The Dragonbone Chair?
The Dragonbone Chair is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Dragonbone Chair worth reading?
Based on 45.1K reader ratings, The Dragonbone Chair has an average score of 3.95 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Dragonbone Chair?
The Dragonbone Chair has 672 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Dragonbone Chair?
The Dragonbone Chair was written by Tad Williams. It was first published in 1988.
What is the ISBN for The Dragonbone Chair?
The ISBN-13 for The Dragonbone Chair is 9780756402690.0.
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