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The Prydain Chronicles presents six short tales drawn from Welsh legend and folklore, each unfolding events that precede the birth of Taran. These narratives establish the dreams, challenges, and characters that shape the Kingdom of Prydain, laying the groundwork for the subsequent five books by Lloyd Alexander.
First publish date: 1964
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Lloyd Alexander
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