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A Hero's Journey In The Book Of 3

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Enter into the land of Prydain, home of a young assistant pig-keeper named Taran. Join him on his fast-paced, heroic journey as he searches for Hen Wen, Prydain 's oracular pig. On his journey, Taran will see things and face challenges that he has only read about in The Book of Three. The Book of Three is the first book inThe Chronicles of Prydain series. ________________________________________ Taran has always wanted a bit more action in his life. When the Horned King returns and Hen Wen disappears, Taran makes it his mission to find her and return her to the safety of Caer Cadarn. This task, however, is not an easy one. He will need help from Gwydion, a warrior prince who agrees to help Taran with his mission. On their way they run into Gurgi; a mix between a human and animal and Eilowyn; a spunky princess. Together, along with help from many others, they make the journey to find Hen Wen and keep Prydain safe from the Horned King and his followers. Will they find Hen Wen? Or will the Horned King get to her first? Find out in The Book of Three. …show more content…

Gurgi is a very interesting character and talks in a weird/different way. My favorite quote from Gurgi is; "Yes, yes!" he cried. "Now bold, valiant Gurgi is a mighty warrior too! He has a grinding gasher and a pointed piercer! He is ready for great fightings and smitings!" (page 161 The Book of Three) Gurgi is a very loyal creature and is always willing to help out Taran on his journey, as long as he gets crunchings and

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