Dragonquest
Dragonquest is a 1971 epic fantasy and dragon fantasy novel by Anne McCaffrey. Much of the action takes place in Pern. Key subjects include dragons, life on other planets, space colonies and vida en otros planetas.
Open Library readers give it an average of 4.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, and 152 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 56 editions across 7 languages.
It runs to roughly 333 pages — 6–7 hours of reading at an average pace.
About Dragonquest
Another Turn, and the deadly silver Threads began falling again. So the bold dragonriders took to the air once more and their magnificent flying dragons swirled and swooped, belching flames that destroyed the shimmering strands before they reach the ground. But F'lar knew he had to find a better way to protect his beloved Pern, and he had to find it before the rebellious Oldtimers could breed anymore dissent... before his brother F'nor would be foolhardy enough to launch another suicide mission... and before those dratted fire-lizards could stir up any more trouble!
Awards & lists
- ✦Hugo Awards 1972 — Best Novel (nominee)
- ✦Locus Awards 1972 — Best Novel (nominee)
Quick answers
Who wrote Dragonquest?
Dragonquest was written by Anne McCaffrey and first published in 1971.
What genre is Dragonquest?
It is usually shelved as Epic Fantasy, Dragon Fiction and Adventure.
How long is Dragonquest?
The median edition has 333 pages, about 6–7 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to Dragonquest?
Readers who like it often enjoy A Clash of Kings, A Dance With Dragons and The Silmarillion.
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