Eragon & Eldest
The Inheritance Cycle Series, Books 1 & 2
Eragon & Eldest is a 2005 dragon fantasy novel by Christopher Paolini. It deals with dragons, magic and youths' writings.
49 Open Library readers have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 11 editions. It appeared on the New York Times Paperback Books bestseller list in 2008.
At about 1,197 pages, most readers finish it in 21–22 hours.
About Eragon & Eldest
The first two titles of the Inheritance Cycle in one fantastic book!ERAGONWhen Eragon finds a polished stone in the forest, he thinks it is a lucky discovery - perhaps it will buy his family meat for the winter. But when the stone becomes a dragon hatchling, Eragon soon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself. Overnight his simple life is shattered and he is thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic and power. With only an ancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance, can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders? ELDESTEragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime, filled with awe-inspiring new places and people, each day a fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and as his cousin Roran fights a new battle back home in Carvahall, Eragon is put in even graver danger. . .
Awards & lists
- 📰New York Times bestseller list — Paperback Books, 2008
Quick answers
Who wrote Eragon & Eldest?
Eragon & Eldest was written by Christopher Paolini and first published in 2005.
What genre is Eragon & Eldest?
It is usually shelved as Dragon Fiction.
How long is Eragon & Eldest?
The median edition has 1,197 pages, about 21–22 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to Eragon & Eldest?
Readers who like it often enjoy Wayward Son, Darkstalker and Talons of Power.
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