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The Wounded Land (The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, #1)

Stephen R. Donaldson
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The Wounded Land (The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997

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Stephen R. Donaldson

The Wounded Land (The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

498

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Land • Fantasy World

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Wounded Land by Stephen R. Donaldson is the first book in the second trilogy of the Chronicles of Thomas Covenant. The story follows Thomas Covenant, a person reluctant to return to the magical Land, which now suffers from a severe and spreading blight. Covenant must confront new challenges and his own tormented past.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

21,752 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Wounded Land by Stephen R. Donaldson offers a richly detailed fantasy world that captivates readers with its complexity and depth. The character development and moral dilemmas are compelling, although some find the pacing slow and the tone overly grim. The narrative's challenge may be rewarding for fans of deep, intricate storytelling.

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Who Should Read The Wounded Land (The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, #1)?

Readers who enjoy epic fantasy with complex characters and moral quandaries will relish Stephen R. Donaldson's The Wounded Land. Comparable to J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, this book appeals to those who appreciate intricate world-building and philosophical depth.

4.3

21,752 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

498

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Land • Fantasy World

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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