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Brisingr: Book III
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Brisingr: Book III Hardcover - 2008

by Christopher Paolini

Following the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors on the Burning Plains, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Still there is more at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound by a tangle of promises he may not be able to keep. When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice.


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OATHS SWORN . . . loyalties tested . . . forces collide.Following the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors on the Burning Plains, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Still there is more at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound by a tangle of promises he may not be able to keep.First is Eragon's oath to his cousin Roran: to help rescue Roran's beloved, Katrina, from King Galbatorix's clutches. But Eragon owes his loyalty to others, too. The Varden are in desperate need of his talents and strength--as are the elves and dwarves. When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices-- choices that take him across the Empire and beyond, choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice.Eragon is the greatest hope to rid the land of tyranny. Can this once-simple farm boy unite the rebel forces and defeat the king?From the Hardcover edition.

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Don't miss the eagerly anticipated epic new fantasy from Christopher Paolini--Murtagh, coming 11.7.23! The Empire is at war and the stakes have never been higher in Book Three of the Inheritance Cycle, perfect for fans of Lord of the Rings! This New York Times bestselling series has sold over 40 million copies and is an international fantasy sensation. "Christopher Paolini is a true rarity." --The Washington Post Oaths sworn . . . loyalties tested . . . forces collide... Eragon is the greatest hope to rid the land of tyranny. Can this once simple farm boy unite the rebel forces and defeat the king? Following the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Still, there is more adventure at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound by a tangle of promises he may not be able to keep. When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices-choices that will take him across the Empire and beyond, choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice.

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  • Title Brisingr: Book III
  • Author Christopher Paolini
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition First Edition
  • Pages 784
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers, New York
  • Date 2008-09-20
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Dust Cover, Glossary, Illustrated, Maps, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
  • ISBN 9780375826726 / 0375826726
  • Weight 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.2 x 6.1 x 2.1 in (23.37 x 15.49 x 5.33 cm)
  • Ages 12 to 15 years
  • Grade levels 7 - 10
  • Reading level 1050
  • Library of Congress subjects Fantasy, Dragons
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2008024489
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

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Citations

  • Booklist, 11/01/2008, Page 34
  • Horn Book Magazine, 01/01/2009, Page 99
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/2009, Page 103
  • Library Journal, 09/29/2008, Page 0
  • People Weekly, 10/13/2008, Page 53
  • Publishers Weekly, 09/22/2008, Page 0

About the author

CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI. Author of the Inheritance Cycle (Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance). Creator of the World of Eragon and the Fractalverse. Holder of the Guinness World Record for youngest author of a bestselling series. Qualified for marksman in the Australian army. Scottish laird. Dodged gunfire . . . more than once. As a child was chased by a moose in Alaska. Has his name inscribed on Mars. Firstborn of Kenneth and Talita. Husband. Father. Asker of questions and teller of stories.
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