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      The Black Cauldron

      by Lloyd Alexander
      Published
      Jan 1965
      Main Genre
      Fantasy Fantasy
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      182
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      Prydain Chronicles Book 2

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      IN THE IMAGINARY LAND OF PRYDAIN, where "evil is never distant;' it has become imperative that the Black Cauldron chief implement of the diabolical Arawn, be destroyed. In this cauldron Arawn has created his terrible army of deathless warriors from the stolen bodies of the slain. For each of those chosen to journey to Arawn's domain, the quest has a special meaning, and to Taran, Assistant Pig-Keeper, the adventure becomes a glorious opportunity to wear his first sword and prove himself a man among men.

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      General Fiction Speculative Fiction

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      Action Adventure Fantasy

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      Comedy / Humor

      Age Level

      Kids (12 & Under) Kids: Middle Grade

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