The Illearth War (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever, #2)
by Stephen R. Donaldson
The Illearth War by Stephen R. Donaldson holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 20K reader ratings. First published in 1977. The book spans 527 pages.
About The Illearth War
After scant days in his "real" world, Thomas Covenant found himself again summoned to the Land. There forty bitter years had passed, while Lord Foul, immortal enemy of the Land, moved to fulfill his prophecy of doom.The Council of Lords found their spells useless, now that Foul the Despiser held the Illearth Stone, ancient source of evil power, High Lord Elena turned in desperation to Covenant and the legendary white hold magic of his ring. And nobody knew how to use the white hold--least of all, Thomas Covenant.Thus continues one of the most remarkable epic fantasies ever written...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Stephen R. Donaldson |
| Published | 1977 |
| Pages | 527 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 20,039 |
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What genre is The Illearth War?
The Illearth War is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Illearth War worth reading?
Based on 20K reader ratings, The Illearth War has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Illearth War?
The Illearth War has 527 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Illearth War?
The Illearth War was written by Stephen R. Donaldson. It was first published in 1977.
What is the ISBN for The Illearth War?
The ISBN-13 for The Illearth War is 9780345348660.0.
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