The Magician's Apprentice

Author: Trudi Canavan
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 0748115978
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 488

Book Description
The stunning prequel to the worldwide bestselling Black Magician Trilogy *Over 3 million Trudi Canavan copies sold worldwide* In the remote village of Mandryn, Tessia serves as assistant to her father, the village Healer - much to the frustration of her mother, who would rather she found a husband. But her life is about to take a very unexpected turn. When treating a patient at the residence of the local magician, Lord Dakon, Tessia is forced to fight off the advances of a visiting Sachakan mage - and instinctively uses magic. She now finds herself facing an entirely different future as Lord Dakon's apprentice. But along with the excitement and privilege, Tessia is about to discover that her magical gifts bring with them a great deal of responsibility. Events are brewing that will lead nations into war, rival magicians into conflict, and spark an act of sorcery so brutal that its effects will be felt for centuries . . . Praise for Trudi Canavan: 'Epic, vivid and believable' Guardian 'It's easy to see why Trudi Canavan's novels so often make the bestseller lists. Her easy, flowing style makes for effortless reading . . . Delightful worldbuilding . . . Vivid and enjoyable' SFX 'The world-building is tremendous. The magical system is sophisticated and fascinating' Striking Keys 'A suspenseful masterpiece . . . will have fans desperate for the sequel' RT Book Reviews 'Superb . . . an enthralling tapestry of a book that's hard to put down' Fantasy Faction *Have you tried Trudi Canavan's stunning new series, Millennium's Rule? It starts with the Sunday Times bestselling THIEF'S MAGIC*

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

Author: Jack Zipes
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691191425
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 430

Book Description
"The Sorcerer's Apprentice" might conjure up images of Mickey Mouse from the Disney film Fantasia, or of Harry Potter. As this anthology reveals, however, "sorcerer's apprentice" tales--in which a young person rebels against, or complies with, an authority who holds the keys to magical powers--have been told through the centuries, in many languages and cultures, from classical times to today. This unique and beautifully illustrated book brings together more than fifty sorcerer's apprentice stories by a plethora of writers, including Ovid, Sir Walter Scott, and the Brothers Grimm. From Goethe's "The Pupil in Magic" to A.K. Ramanujan's "The Guru and His Disciple," this expansive collection presents variations of a classic passed down through countries and eras. Readers enter worlds where household objects are brought to life and shape-shifting occurs from human to animal and back again. We meet two types of apprentice: "The Humiliated Apprentice," a foolish bumbler who wields magic ineffectively and promotes obedience to authority; and "The Rebellious Apprentice" who, through ambition and transformative skills, promotes empowerment and self-awareness. In an extensive introduction, esteemed fairy-tale scholar Jack Zipes discusses the significance and meaning of the apprentice stories, the contradictions in popular retellings, and the importance of magic as a tool of resistance against figures who abuse their authority.

Sorcerer's Apprentice

Author: Tahir Shah
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
ISBN: 1611450578
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 533

Book Description
Tahir Shah has a genius for surreal travelling, finding or creating situations and people. Doris...

The Magicians' Guild

Author: Trudi Canavan
Publisher: Atom Books
ISBN: 9781905654109
Category : Fantasy fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 469

Book Description
Each year the magicians of Imardin gather together to purge the city streets of vagrants, urchins and miscreants. Masters of the disciplines of magic, they know that no one can oppose them. But their protective shield is not as impenetrable as they believe. Sonea, angry, frustrated and outraged by the treatment of her family and friends, hurls a stone at the shield, putting all her rage behind it. To the amazement of all who bear witness, the stone passes unhindered through the barrier and renders a magician unconscious. The guild's worst fear has been realised ... There is an untrained magician loose on the streets. She must be found before her uncontrolled powers unleash forces that will destroy both her, and the city that is her home. THE MAGICIANS' GUILD is a blistering fantasy adventure from a bestselling author skilled in both world-building and storytelling. The trilogy continues with THE NOVICE and THE HIGH LORD.

The Magician's Apprentice

Author: Kate Banks
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
ISBN: 0374347174
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 225

Book Description
From award winning author Kate Banks, and with pictures from Caldecott Honor illustrator Peter Sis, a magical parable for readers who ask big questions Baz has always dreamed about following his two older brothers out of his dusty little town, so when a stranger comes to his family's home and asks him to be a weaver's apprentice, Baz is eager to start his journey. But when he reaches the village of Kallah and starts his apprenticeship, Baz learns that his master is very cruel. And when the master trades Baz to a magician for a sword, Baz expects no better from his new owner. But as Baz travels with this kind-hearted and wise magician, their journey takes him across the desert, up a mountain, and into the depths of life's meaning. He learns to re-examine his beliefs about people, the world, and himself, discovering that the whole world is connected and no person can ever be owned.

Silverthorn

Author: Raymond E. Feist
Publisher: Spectra
ISBN: 0525480064
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 471

Book Description
A poisoned bolt has struck down the Princess Anita on the day of her wedding to Prince Arutha of Krondor. To save his beloved, Arutha sets out in search of the mytics herb called Silverthorn that only grows in the dark and forbidding land of the Spellweavers. Accompanied by a mercenary, a minstrel, and a clever young thief, he wil confront an ancient evil and do battle with the dark powers that threaten the enchanted realm of Midkemia.

Magician: Master

Author: Raymond E. Feist
Publisher: Spectra
ISBN: 0525480056
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 543

Book Description
He held the fate of two worlds in his hands... Once he was an orphan called Pug, apprenticed to a sorcerer of the enchanted land of Midkemia.. Then he was captured and enslaved by the Tsurani, a strange, warlike race of invaders from another world. There, in the exotic Empire of Kelewan, he earned a new name--Milamber. He learned to tame the unnimagined powers that lay withing him. And he took his place in an ancient struggle against an evil Enemy older than time itself.

The Sorcerer's Apprentice (Disney Classic)

Author: Don Ferguson
Publisher: Golden/Disney
ISBN: 0736438696
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 15

Book Description
A Little Golden Book starring Mickey Mouse as the sorcerer's apprentice from the classic 1940 film Walt Disney's Fantasia! Mickey Mouse causes all sorts of problems when he puts on a sorcerer's hat and uses magic to get his chores done. Before long, an army of walking brooms have caused a giant flood! Can Mickey make everything right again? "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" is the most-beloved segment from Walt Disney's animated classic Fantasia, released in 1940. This Little Golden Book, retelling the magical tale, was originally published in 1995. Children ages 2 to 5, as well as collectors of ages, will love this newly published version!

Daughter of the Empire

Author: Raymond E. Feist
Publisher: Spectra
ISBN: 0525480153
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 434

Book Description
An epic tale of adventure and intrigue, Daughter of the Empire is fantasy of the highest order by two of the most talented writers in the field today. Magic and murder engulf the realm of Kelewan. Fierce warlords ignite a bitter blood feud to enslave the empire of Tsuranuanni. While in the opulent Imperial courts, assassins and spy-master plot cunning and devious intrigues against the rightful heir. Now Mara, a young, untested Ruling lady, is called upon to lead her people in a heroic struggle for survival. But first she must rally an army of rebel warriors, form a pact with the alien cho-ja, and marry the son of a hated enemy. Only then can Mara face her most dangerous foe of all—in his own impregnable stronghold.

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

Author: David Bronstein
Publisher: New in Chess
ISBN: 9789056912727
Category : Chess
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The legendary David Bronstein, artist and sorcerer of the chess board, uses examples from his own brillant games to develop club player's skills. An unconventional book with interesting stories and easy-to-understand teaching material. This is a revised and expanded edition of a modern chess classic, written by an icon of chess in the 20st century.