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The Sword of Shannara Trilogy (Shannara, #1-3)

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Fantasy Fiction Science Fiction

by Terry Brooks

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3.94 (15.2K ratings)
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description 1,200 pages

The Sword of Shannara Trilogy by Terry Brooks holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 15.2K reader ratings. First published in 1979. The book spans 1,200 pages.

About The Sword of Shannara Trilogy

THE SWORD OF SHANNARA: Long ago, the world of Shea Ohmsford was torn apart by war. But the half-human, half-elfin, Shea now lives in peace - until the forbidding figure of Allanon appears, to reveal that the long dead Warlock Lord lives againTHE ELFSTONES OF SHANNARA: Ancient evil threatens the Elves and the Races of Man. For the Ellcrys, the tree of long-lost Elven magic, is dying - loosing the spell of Forbidding that locks the hordes of Demons away from Earth. Only one source has the power to stop it: the Elfstones of Shannara. THE WISHSONG OF SHANNARA: Evil stalks the Four Lands as the Ildatch, immemorial book of evil spells, has stirred to eldritch life. Once again Allanon, ancient Druid Protector of the Races, must seek the help of a descendant of Jerle Shannara.

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Author Terry Brooks
Published 1979
Pages 1,200
Genres Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction
Average Rating 3.94 / 5.00
Total Ratings 15,172

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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15.2K ratings
With a rating of 3.94, The Sword of Shannara Trilogy 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Sword of Shannara Trilogy?

The Sword of Shannara Trilogy is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Sword of Shannara Trilogy worth reading?

Based on 15.2K reader ratings, The Sword of Shannara Trilogy has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Sword of Shannara Trilogy?

The Sword of Shannara Trilogy has 1,200 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote The Sword of Shannara Trilogy?

The Sword of Shannara Trilogy was written by Terry Brooks. It was first published in 1979.

What is the ISBN for The Sword of Shannara Trilogy?

The ISBN-13 for The Sword of Shannara Trilogy is 9780345453750.0.

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