The Foundling and Other Tales of Prydain
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1973

The Foundling and Other Tales of Prydain

By Lloyd Alexander

Uncover Prydain's secrets and the fate of its magical artifacts in these enchanting tales.

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Journey back to the magical land of Prydain, where destinies unfold and secrets are revealed. Meet Dallben, the future enchanter, and Angharad, a princess with a mysterious past. Discover the dark history of the sword of Dyrnwyn and the origins of Fflewddur Fflam's enchanted harp. As Coll embarks on a daring quest to rescue Hen Wen from the clutches of Arawn, Lord of the Land of Death, mysteries unravel and legends come to life. Will the heroes of Prydain triumph over darkness? Dive into these captivating tales to find out.

From the publisher

A companion book to The Chronicles of Prydain, this collection of short stories revisits beloved characters and reveals more about the history of the magical land of Prydain. Here, readers will find Dallben, destined to be an enchanter; Angharad, a princess of the House of Llyr; Kadwyr, the rascal crow; and Medwyn, the mystical protector of all animals. They’ll learn the grim history of the sword of Dyrnwyn and even find out how Fflewddur Fflam came by his enchanted harp. How did Coll rescue Hen Wen when she disappeared at the hand of Arawn, Lord of the Land of Death? Find the answer to this question and many more, in The Foundling: And Other Tales of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
98
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
870L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.6
F&P level
~U
Publication
Published
May 16, 2006
First published
November 12, 1973
Publisher
Square Fish
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780805080537

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