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The High King (The Chronicles of Prydain #5)

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Fantasy Young Adult Fiction Classics

by Lloyd Alexander

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4.26 (41.4K ratings)
calendar_today 1968
description 253 pages

The High King by Lloyd Alexander holds a highly rated rating of 4.26 out of 5, based on 41.4K reader ratings. First published in 1968. The book spans 253 pages.

About The High King

When the sword of Dyrnwyn, the most powerful weapon inthe kingdom of Prydain, falls into the hands of Arawn-Death-Lord, Taran, Assistant Pig-Keeper, and Prince Gwydion raise an army to march against Arawn's terrible cohorts. After a winter expedition filled with danger, Taran's army arrives at Mount Dragon, Arawn's stronghold. There, in a thrilling confrontation with Arawn and the evil enchantress Achren, Taran is forced to make the most crucial decision of his life.

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Author Lloyd Alexander
Published 1968
Pages 253
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics
Average Rating 4.26 / 5.00
Total Ratings 41,448

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.3
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41.4K ratings
With a rating of 4.26, The High King is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.26
This Book
4.06
Fantasy Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The High King?

The High King is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The High King worth reading?

Based on 41.4K reader ratings, The High King has an average score of 4.26 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is The High King?

The High King has 253 pages.

Who wrote The High King?

The High King was written by Lloyd Alexander. It was first published in 1968.

What is the ISBN for The High King?

The ISBN-13 for The High King is 9780805080520.0.

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