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The Belgariad Set, Books 1-5: Pawn of Prophecy, Queen of Sorcery, Magician's Gambit, Castle of Wizardry, & Enchanter's End Game Mass Market Paperback – Box set, January 1, 1656

by David Eddings (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 219 ratings
book 1 -- PAWN OF PROPHECY -- A fierce dispute among the Gods and the theft of a powerful Orb leaves the World divided into five kingdoms. Young Garion, with his "Aunt Pol" and an elderly man calling himself Wolf --a father and daughter granted near-immortality by one of the Gods -- set out on a complex mission. In the process, as Garion grows into his early teens, he learns to defend himself, grapples with a wild boar, uncovers spies at a king's palace, learns about sorceryand starts to gain a sense of what his own destiny may be. “Fabulous . . . Eddings has a marvelous storyteller style . . . exceedingly well portrayed and complex people." - Anne McCaffrey "Eddings' BELGARIAD is exactly the kind of fantasy I like. It has magic, adventure, humor, mystery, and a certain delightful human insight." - Piers Anthony on PAWN OF PROPHECY "Absorbing. Touches all the right Fantasy bases. Warring gods, political intrigues, supernatural creatures, and appealingly human magicians." -Publishers Weekly on QUEEN OF SORCERY
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  1. Print length
    1635 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Ballantine Books
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1656
  5. Dimensions
    4.25 x 4.25 x 7.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0345340442
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0345340443
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ballantine Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 1, 1656
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 1635 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0345340442
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0345340443
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.25 x 4.25 x 7.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 219 ratings

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David Eddings

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David Eddings (1931-2009) published his first novel, High Hunt, in 1973, before turning to the field of fantasy with the Belgariad, soon followed by the Malloreon. Born in Spokane, Washington, and raised in the Puget Sound area north of Seattle, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Reed College in Portland, Oregon, in 1954, and a master of arts degree from the University of Washington in 1961. He served in the US Army, worked as a buyer for the Boeing Company, and was both a grocery clerk and a college English teacher. He lived in Nevada until his death, at the age of 77.

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Customers find this fantasy series to be one of the best they've read, with a fast-paced story and engaging plot. They appreciate the well-developed characters and consider it suitable for young readers, with one customer noting it's particularly good for 6th through young adult readers. The writing quality receives positive feedback, with one customer describing it as wonderfully written.

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30 customers mention "Enjoyment"30 positive0 negative

Customers find this fantasy series enjoyable and terrific, describing it as one of the best they have read.

"I read The Belgariad when I was a teenager and loved every book...." Read more

"...Turns out they are perfect, better then plenty of books from stores I've gone out and shopped in...." Read more

"I bought this series in high school and really loved it. It is great and I think I actually like the cover art better...." Read more

"I loved this book and it was unlike any of her other books. Good for a change of pace...." Read more

6 customers mention "Pace"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, with its fast-moving story and good action sequences, and one customer describes it as the best fantasy series around.

"...Archetypal plot structure, classic fantasy themes, and strong (if a bit two dimensional) characters lead to an easy, fun read...." Read more

"I loved this book and it was unlike any of her other books. Good for a change of pace...." Read more

"...The action is good, and not always predictable, so it keeps pulling you in. Very enjoyable." Read more

"It is a great series. And the story is fairly fast paced. His other series is as good as this one...." Read more

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Customers find the book series engaging, with one customer noting it's particularly suitable for 6th through young adult readers, while another mentions it's great for teens as well.

"...and strong (if a bit two dimensional) characters lead to an easy, fun read. A good coming-of-age story, with a great magic system...." Read more

"...Love to introduce good reading to young readers!!!" Read more

"One of my all-time favorite series. Fun adventure and gripping plot line. Great for teens as well." Read more

"A fun read. Must follow up this series's with The Malorean." Read more

4 customers mention "Writing quality"4 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book series, with one customer noting it is easy to read.

"...A good book and very light and easy reading." Read more

"Wonderfully written and great characters. One of my all time favorites!" Read more

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Customers appreciate the character development in the book series.

"...The characters are well developed and the world is very complete. The action is good, and not always predictable, so it keeps pulling you in...." Read more

"...So enjoyable to read! Unique characters, unique nations, unique gods...." Read more

"Wonderfully written and great characters. One of my all time favorites!" Read more

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Customers express dissatisfaction with the book covers, noting that they are different from the original ones.

"Books came in great condition, but the cover art was different. Also the books were larger and in larger print." Read more

"FALSE ADVERTISING!! WRONG COVERS IN THESE PICTURES!! I ORDERED ONLY BECAUSE OF WHAT WAS ADVERTISED HERE...." Read more

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  • Johnny GM
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Fantasy Read!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2020
    Format: Mass Market PaperbackVerified Purchase
    I read The Belgariad when I was a teenager and loved every book. Ordered this set to read it again and add to my collection now that I'm an adult who knows how to properly care for books. :) The 5-book set arrived together in clear plastic, tightly wrapped to prevent any movement. All books are brand new and in mint condition, just as I remember them. Highly recommended. Good job to the seller for their shipping.
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  • Mdn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great condition
    Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2013
    Format: Mass Market PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Ordered these as a gift for my mom who LOVES this series. The seller emailed to say that there are tiny little marks from sitting on a shelf and they wanted to know if I still wanted them since it was marked as a gift. I agreed and wondered how exactly bad it was but couldn't find these anywhere else so this was pretty much the only option. Turns out they are perfect, better then plenty of books from stores I've gone out and shopped in. I found it very considerate that they had let me know the condition anyway. I'd buy more from them.
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  • R. David Stephens
    5.0 out of 5 stars Introduce your kids to this series
    Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2019
    Format: Mass Market PaperbackVerified Purchase
    This is a fantastic series for 6th through young adult. I read them all to my kid, and re-read them at least once a year.

    Archetypal plot structure, classic fantasy themes, and strong (if a bit two dimensional) characters lead to an easy, fun read. A good coming-of-age story, with a great magic system.

    I understand that today some criticize this series because the characteristics of the different kingdoms of the world are so strongly stated (e.g. Murgos are spies, Chereks hairy warriors, Tol'Nedrans are greedy) that some worry it will turn kids racist (i.e. you can tell who someone is by where they come from, etc.) My response to this is: Don't these people have better things to do? It's a fun, harmless story. Enjoy.
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  • PLCS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great series!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2023
    Format: Mass Market PaperbackVerified Purchase
    The only way up from The Eddings' series is with Tolkien!
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  • Rob
    4.0 out of 5 stars It is an excellent serires, butwhat is sent does not have the origional cover art for any of them.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2024
    Format: Mass Market PaperbackVerified Purchase
    I bought this series in high school and really loved it. It is great and I think I actually like the cover art better. but if you want first editions sorry this is not it.
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  • Raymond Venezia
    5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book and it was unlike any of her ...
    Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2017
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    I loved this book and it was unlike any of her other books. Good for a change of pace. I was very surprised how I looked forward to reading it every night. A good book and very light and easy reading.
    4 people found this helpful
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  • Dvlyn Crisman
    5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent series
    Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2020
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    If you enjoy fantasy series with extended worlds you will enjoy The Belgariad series. One of the first series I read as a kid and I keep coming back to it. One of my favorites, you won’t regret it.
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  • Eric
    5.0 out of 5 stars The action is good, and not always predictable
    Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2016
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    This series is well crafted. At the beginning of each book is a look back in history/time that helps to set the story. The characters are well developed and the world is very complete. The action is good, and not always predictable, so it keeps pulling you in. Very enjoyable.
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  • Chauucer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 23, 2017
    Format: Mass Market PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Love the books, perfect condition for me as well
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  • brent holden
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great series
    Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2024
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    Another of people don't know of this series of novels ..what a shame
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  • K. Khan
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 18, 2015
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    Good series. Got into it right after Robert Jordan's Dragon Reborn so the adjustment to Eddings style took a bit but well written story.
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  • Genoa Horsthuis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the buy
    Reviewed in Canada on September 12, 2019
    Format: Mass Market PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Loved the series and the books came in good condition.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on November 29, 2017
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    Loved this series when I was a kid and bought it as a gift for my kid.
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