Youth is wasted on the young. Being grown up is a drag . . . or so thinks Lacuna, one of the mischievous Castle Zombie twins. So she makes the Good Magician Grey an offer he can't refuse. Thirsty for a taste of the Elixir of Youth, she'll help him outwit the evil Com-Pewter, if he'll send her to Hell (in a handbasket, no less) to find Humfrey, the missing sorcerer. And while there, she'll learn the True History of Xanth (simplified) and help rescue a blushing Rose from the demon X(A/N)th . . . with the help of a gorgon or two.
This book delves into the fascinating discovery of a new planet, unveiling its unique characteristics and the groundbreaking exploration efforts behind it. Readers will be taken on a journey through the scientific processes and technologies used to reveal the mysteries of this celestial body, highlighting its potential significance in our understanding of the universe. The narrative combines thrilling discoveries with insights into the challenges faced by astronomers and researchers in their quest to explore this miraculous planet.
What's a single prince to do when confronted with the baton of protagonism? Why, become the hero of his own story of course! And in Xanth that usually means embarking on a quest. For Prince Nolan Naga, there's only one thing missing from his life: a wife. He needs a royal match by the time he assumes the throne. But to make sure he lands the right spouse, he must consult with the Good Magician. After completing the three challenges necessary to see the Good Magician, Nolan learns that the ideal bride for him does exist. She is Apoca of the Lips Tribe. From the Queendom of Thanx--a matriarchy that is the opposite of Xanth--she is a formidable woman, one whose very kiss can seduce a man into love slavery. But before a happily ever after, they'll have to team up to put an end to a curse that's causing every baby in Xanth to be born with the same magical talent, all while navigating through a realm plagued by endless puns. It could be the end of the world as we know it.
In this heroic Xanth adventure from the New York Times-bestselling author, there's no time like the present to free six plucky princesses from the past. Young Vinia is enjoying her life with her boyfriend, Prince Ion. They complement each other perfectly: her telekinesis helps him walk, and his ambiance abolishes all allergens, allowing her to breathe freely. But Ion and his twin, Hilda, are bored with their easy royal lives and are restless for an adventure ... While telling the story of how their parents met, the twins remember their mother was once captured by a dragon and frozen in crystal along with a half dozen other strong-willed princesses. She managed to escape, but the six other maidens continue to be held captive--which gives Vinia, Ion, Hilda, and Hilda's caprine-crossbreed boyfriend the perfect excuse to embark on a quest. But first they must get the approval of their parents--and the Good Magician. Since Vinia is the protagonist in this story (though she's much more comfortable as a background character), it's up to her complete the Magician's challenges. And then comes their greatest test: to free the princesses from their patriarchal prison, frozen in place by the Dragon with the Girl Tattoo . . .-- Publisher's description
A GIRL, A BOY--AND THE DRAGON The prophecy of Mouvar is running its course in the many frames of reality inhabited by Kelvin Knight Hackleberry and his family. The great Confederation of kingdoms under the rule of the twins Kildom and Kildee is a triumph for good. But Kelvin's enemies are not all dead. The evil witch Zady seeks vengeance for the deaths of Zoanna and Rufurt in another frame, and she has vowed Kelvin will pay with the lives of his children, Merlain and Charles. Zady's wicked plan is to lure the precocious, telepathic six-year-olds on a quest of their own that will draw the Confederation into a war it cannot win, and bring death and ruin on all Kelvin holds dear. Merlain and Charles are not twins, however, but two of the set of triplets--the third is Horus, a dragon, and their only hope.
FINAL FRAME The mysterious prophecy that has shaped the life of Kelvin Knight Hackleberry and his family seems nearly to have run its course. The Two Kingdoms that were joined by Kelvin to form Kelvinia have now been united with three others, to make a great confederation under the rule of the young twin kings, Kildom and Kildee. Kelvin has earned some time to rest with his family. Charles and Merlain are now twenty years old, and so is Dragon Horace, their brother who is the Great King of all the land. But the clouds of the last battle are gathering. The evil Professor DeVale and his witch servant Zady had been foiled in their attempt to destroy Kelvin by using his children--their evil plot has led to a stronger, more peaceful land under its rightful rulers. Now they will try one last time to pervert all that is good in the universe of the frames--and although the Prophecy of Mouvar has been accurate up to now, still there is a chance that evil will prevail. The stakes are high. The last battle is on.
Tod Timmonds embarks on an extraordinary journey, leaving his ordinary life behind to explore a world filled with creatures from alternate realities and different planets. As he navigates this unfamiliar terrain, he discovers hidden strengths and must learn to discern friends from foes, as well as lust from love. The stakes are high as Tod races against time to protect a vital connection that binds all beings together, challenging his perceptions of fantasy and reality along the way.
Xanth je země kouzel, ve které vládne magie. Každý tu má svůj vlastní magický talent a kouzla, které může použít jen on sám. Je to země centaurů, draků a bazilišků. Jen nešťastný Bink nemá žádnou magii. Hrozí mu vyhnání z Xanthu. Navždy!
Gejzír nápadů a humorných situací v jednom z nejúspěšnějších předchůdců Zeměplochy.
Cena August Derleth Fantasy Award za nejlepší román roku 1977.
