Mary Stewart's Merlin Trilogy

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This Hardcover Book item from Eos was reviewed on 5-Nov-2008.

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1) Hardcover Book Mary Stewart's Merlin Trilogy by Eos. Mary Stewart writes no-nonsense romances like Thornyhold. But her best romances must be in the Merlin Trilogy - where myth, legends, visions and hopes are woven in a gossamer web that snares the imagination.

Stewart has brought Merlin to life, not as the all-powerful master magician/druid, but as an illegitimate princeling who becomes king-maker. Even so, he is made accessible - and very human.

Entrancing enchantment.

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2) Hardcover Book Mary Stewart's Merlin Trilogy by Eos. Mary Stewart´s Merlin Trilogy is one of my all time favorite series of
books. I read them first when I was about 13 years old and have re-read them frequently since then. What I like is that Ms Stewart´s focus is on
good story telling. These are the characters of the Arthur legend but she presents them as real people with likes, dislikes, strengths and flaws.
And unlike other Arthurian books (The Mists of Avalon comes to mind)Mary Stewart doesn´t seem to have an underlying agenda that she is trying to prove. I also like the fact that these books focus on Merlin primarily.
In addition to this title which contains the first three books there is also a fourth title "The Wicked Day" which is published separately that is
excellent as well. If you are a fan of King Arthur stories or just good
fantasy writitng in general I recommend that you get this book.¤

3) Hardcover Book Mary Stewart's Merlin Trilogy by Eos. This collection is a treat for the imagination! Experience the immersion into a different life and world. The author has a great talent to transport you into the legend of Arthur and allow you to imagine what life would have been like then. It is a magnificent tale brought to life, that makes you long for more once the story is over. A thoroughly enjoyable read for all.¤

4) Hardcover Book Mary Stewart's Merlin Trilogy by Eos. I fell in Love with this series. I became a Lancelot and Merlin addict after reading these books. I was so in love with Mordred as well. Enchanting. Life changing.
I will never sell my copies unless I replace them with new ones. I must have them in my house to pick up and read anytime! I Thank GOD I made the choice just to pick these books out one day at the book store not knowing I would soon be in love with the story and Mary Stewart´s Merlin Trilogy.¤

5) Hardcover Book Mary Stewart's Merlin Trilogy by Eos. Stewart´s fabulous Merlin "trilogy" is actually four novels, the fourth one being "The Wicked Day." I can´t see why a publisher would have left this one out of the compilation. This is why the review gets only 4 stars. I also feel like it would be a bit ridiculous to have this compilation on the bookshelf followed by an odd copy of The Wicked Day, so, I suggest you buy each novel individually if you like the way books look on the shelf.

This is a marvelous set of books, quite readable, and it does put you into the story!¤

6) Hardcover Book Mary Stewart's Merlin Trilogy by Eos. The Crystal Cave
The Hollow Hills
The Last Enchantment

The prophetic voice of Merlin, the mysterious enchanter of Arthurian legend, has completeted his story. Written over a period of ten years, Mary Stewart´s three best-selling novels now stand together in one volume -- the finest work of her distinguished career.

Hers is the most extended portrait in all literature of this compelling figure of Dark Age myth and history. Merlin, the protector and tutor of Arthur, has usually been protrayed as an old man. But The Crystal Cave begins the trilogy with the story fo his perilous childhood as the bastard son of a Welsh king´s daughter and the secret discovery of the magic arts that will set him apart from other men.

With the birth of Arthur, Merlin´s guardianship began and the ancient legend continues in The Hollow Hills with the dramatic immediacy that is Mary Stewart´s special gift. Arthur grew to young manhood, ignorant of his royal parentage, in the deep and dangerous forests of fifth-century England and Wales, where no law was stable and fierce battle rages amongst the brooding mountains. When, in due course, Merlin guided him to the sword that tested his claim to power and the crown, Arthur became king by right, and soon Merlin, his adviser, was to emerge, however obscurely, as the architect of the first United Britain.

King Arthur plunged instantly into violent warfare against the Saxons. But in The Last Enchantment there are also more dangerous and subtle enemies ranged against him: Mortgause, half-sister and seductress of Arthur; their child, Mordred; the friends and kin who will betray him. Merlin´s darkest prophecies were realized one by one, yet his bright vision of the future kingdom did prevail, and he foresaw the mystic power that would be at the King´s service as long as Arthur lived.

The imaginative brilliance of the Merlin Trilogy completes the life and character of Merlin which are left untold in the early legends. At the end of each of the novels, Mary Stewart has set down the substance of the original legends and with it the sources of her own variations. Her portrait of Merlin is a new legend in itself.¤

7) Hardcover Book Mary Stewart's Merlin Trilogy by Eos. The Merlin Trilogy is Mary Stewart´s take on the Arthurian legend in three books: The Crystal Cave, The Hollow Hills, and The Last Enchantment. These books have Merlin, Arthur´s wizard mentor, as their focal point, and the result is a charming, engrossing tale providing a unique perspective on a familiar tale. Her history is superb and richly detailed, her characterizations are masterful, and her plotting is perfect. You´ll be entranced by this magical story.¤

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