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The Source of Magic (Xanth, #2)

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Fantasy Fiction Young Adult Science Fiction Books

by Piers Anthony

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3.86 (19.1K ratings)
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description 326 pages

The Source of Magic by Piers Anthony holds a well received rating of 3.86 out of 5, based on 19.1K reader ratings. First published in 1979. The book spans 326 pages.

About The Source of Magic

Ordered by King Trent to determine the source of Xanth's magic, Bink and his companions were harried by an unseen enemy determined to thwart them. When even their protector turned against them, Bink still managed to reach his goal and carry out the King's orders...but the king did not expect Bink's next act--to destroy utterly the magic of Xanth!

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Author Piers Anthony
Published 1979
Pages 326
Genres Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult, Science Fiction, Books
Average Rating 3.86 / 5.00
Total Ratings 19,149

Reader Ratings & Analysis

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3.9
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19.1K ratings
With a rating of 3.86, The Source of Magic is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.86
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4.06
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4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Source of Magic?

The Source of Magic is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Source of Magic worth reading?

Based on 19.1K reader ratings, The Source of Magic has an average score of 3.86 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Source of Magic?

The Source of Magic has 326 pages.

Who wrote The Source of Magic?

The Source of Magic was written by Piers Anthony. It was first published in 1979.

What is the ISBN for The Source of Magic?

The ISBN-13 for The Source of Magic is 9780345418500.0.

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