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Eragon
« on: July 20, 2004, 01:22:38 pm »
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Ok, I was just wondering if any one else has ever read this book? It's one of my favs. I just adore it so much!
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Re:Eragon
« Reply #1 on: July 21, 2004, 07:51:28 pm »
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I haven't read it, though I've picked it up to browse in bookshops quite a few times. It's for horrible, horrible reason that I haven't read it: the maps and places and names in the front remind me too much of Tolkien. Plain and simple. The author uses a few names straight from Tolkien books.. dunno if it was intentional, and I don't even know what the story's about, but I haven't read it yet because of that. It's so horrible, because I'm always defending JK Rowling when people accuse her of 'stealing' from Tolkien. But she never used exact names...
What is the story about, if you don't mind my asking?
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« Reply #2 on: July 22, 2004, 07:36:45 pm »
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Oh, not at all.
Oh, I know he does copy Tolkien a lot. My friend, Sarah thought so too but she read it and liked it.
Ok, I really suck at describing so I'll just copy what it says in the front;
"When Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy; perhaps it will buy his family meat for the winter. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, Eragon 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 anancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance, Eragon and the fledging dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies if an Empire ruled by a king whose evil knows no bounds.
Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders? The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands...
There is another book com ing out of the series called 'Eldest'. He said it was long than Eragon. My fav character does not get shown till towards the end. His name is Murtagh. I also like the Elf they introduce at the end. Yah, you should read it because I'll start confusig people very soon, lol.
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« Reply #3 on: July 23, 2004, 12:02:26 am »
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Hmm. Sounds interesting. Maybe when it comes out in paperback I'll check it out.
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« Reply #4 on: July 23, 2004, 07:55:33 pm »
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I loved this book! But then i do love a good dragon story!
I think the author did a wonderful job for how young he was.
I can't wait for the next one!
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« Reply #5 on: July 25, 2004, 01:52:51 am »
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Iknow. Didn't he start writing it like at 15 or something?
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« Reply #6 on: July 27, 2004, 02:55:20 pm »
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im working my way through this (and many OTHER books) right now! i like it so far!
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« Reply #7 on: August 04, 2004, 04:49:19 pm »
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I think it's very Tolkien like.
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Re:Eragon
« Reply #8 on: August 04, 2004, 07:03:59 pm »
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I was in the book store the other day, and that perticular book caught my eye. It looks very interesting, and similare to Tolkien's work. Maybe I should go pick up a copy.. I love 2 read 
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Re:Eragon
« Reply #9 on: August 07, 2004, 07:18:27 pm »
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Quote from: WeasleyIsMyKing on July 21, 2004, 07:51:28 pm
I haven't read it, though I've picked it up to browse in bookshops quite a few times. It's for horrible, horrible reason that I haven't read it: the maps and places and names in the front remind me too much of Tolkien. Plain and simple. The author uses a few names straight from Tolkien books.. dunno if it was intentional, and I don't even know what the story's about, but I haven't read it yet because of that. It's so horrible, because I'm always defending JK Rowling when people accuse her of 'stealing' from Tolkien. But she never used exact names...
What is the story about, if you don't mind my asking?
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JK Rowling gave the name "Dumbledore" to Hogwarts headmaster.
In the hobbit poem "Errantry", a part tells of a ferocious race of winged insects named "Dumbledors".
Some of her characters bear a striking similarity to some of Tolkiens characters.
That doesn't matter to me (either) though. I love "Harry Potter" and I love "The Lord of the Rings" each in their own special way.
And I loved "Eragon". I am looking forward to the second book.
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Re:Eragon
« Reply #10 on: August 07, 2004, 08:34:14 pm »
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Does anyone know when Eldest is coming out? I finished Eragon in like 3 days then i read it again and it took me longer., But I love it!!!
I did see Tolkien similarities but nothing that really bothered me. Tolkien was a superb writer, finding influence from him especially if ur writing something like LOTR is alright. Imitation(as long as it doesn't go 2 far) is the highest form of flattery right?
Quote:| Didn't he start writing it like at 15 or something? |
That's what it says on the cover, he graduated highschool that year 2.
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Murtagh was one of my favs too. he was awesome, although I did suspect that he was a son of the Forsworn all along. 
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Re:Eragon
« Reply #11 on: August 07, 2004, 10:39:26 pm »
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I think like something in May of next year. I think.
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Re:Eragon
« Reply #12 on: August 07, 2004, 10:43:37 pm »
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I have been looking at this book recently as well. And it looks great! The author was only 15 when he started? Thats incredible!!! Great minds. Actually, I remember when I read the title, I immediatly thought of "Aragon" from LOTR. It even sounds similar when you say it. Thanks for the post! I'll be sure to pick it up and take a closer look next time I pass by the bookshelf.
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Re:Eragon
« Reply #14 on: August 11, 2004, 02:36:03 pm »
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Oh, thanks!
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