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Science Fiction & Fantasy
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"The
Telling" Ursula K. Le Guin's "The Telling" is a new novel in her Hainish cycle. Linguist and literature specialist Sutty leaves Earth to observe the cultural heritage of the planet Aka before it is affected by the technologies of the Ekumen. As she uncovers the secrets of the Telling, Sutty herself is transformed by her search. This is classic Le Guin--the events and insights on the faraway planet are thoughtful reflections of life on Earth in the 21st century. |
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"Faith
of the Fallen" Terry Goodkind fans, the wait is over. Book 6 of the Sword of Truth series is here. "Faith of the Fallen" pits Richard Rahl and Kahlan Amnell against the relentless Imperial Order. When Richard is captured by the Order, Kahlan vows to honor her last pledge to him, no matter what horrors she must endure. This is a stunning tale of love, freedom, and war. |
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"Daemonomania"
Literary fantasist John Crowley weaves a magical web in Daemonomania, loosely connected with his novels "Aegypt" and "Love and Sleep." What starts out as the story of an ordinary mother coming to grips with her child's illness and a man searching for his place in the world soon becomes a time- spanning investigation of ancient pagan magic, apocalyptic prophecy, and universal transformation. |
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"The
Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien Excitement is already building about the 2001 release of "The Lord of the Rings" movie. Now is a great time to reread these fantasy classics, and this nice, inexpensive boxed set includes all three books plus "The Hobbit." |
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"Dune:
House Atreides" Frank Herbert's son Brian tries on the "Dune" mantle with "House Atreides." This prequel offers readers a glimpse of the early lives of Duke Leto Atreides and the evil Baron Harkonnen. |
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"Soul
of the Fire" Now that "Faith of the Fallen" is out, it's a great time to refresh your memory by rereading "Soul of the Fire," book 5 of Terry Goodkind's popular fantasy epic, The Sword of Truth. |