Brisingr (Book)
From The Inheritance Encyclopedia
| Brisingr | |
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| Author | Christopher Paolini |
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| Illustrator | John Jude Palencar |
| Cover artist | John Jude Palencar |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Series | Inheritance Cycle |
| Genre(s) | Young adult literature, High Fantasy |
| Publisher | Alfred A. Knopf |
| Publication date | September 20, 2008 |
| Media type | print (hardcover and paperback]) and audio-cd |
| Pages | 748 |
| Preceded by | Eldest |
| Followed by | Book 4 (Unknown title) |
For the sword, see this article
Brisingr, also called the Seven Promises of Eragon Shadeslayer and Saphira Bjartskular, is the third book in the Inheritance Cycle and was released on September 20th, 2008. Brisingr is the word in the Ancient Language for fire.
Christopher Paolini states that, "Brisingr is one of the first words I thought of for this title, and it’s always felt right to me. As the first ancient-language word that Eragon learns, it has held particular significance for his legacy as a Dragon Rider. In this new book, it will be revealed to be even more meaningful than even Eragon could have known".[citation needed]
See also: [[List of Chapters Brisingr]]
[edit] Synopsis
From Shurtugal.com
Forces collide in Book III of the phenomenally successful Inheritance Cycle. Eragon represents the greatest hope for a better Alagaesia. Can this once simple farm boy rise to become a leader who can unite the rebel forces and defeat the King? Following the colossal battle against the Empire's warriors on the Burning Plains, Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have narrowly escaped with their lives. Still there is more at hand for the Rider and his dragon, as Eragon finds himself bound by a tangle of promises he may not be able to keep, including Eragon's oath to his cousin Roran to help rescue Roran's beloved, Katrina, from King Galbatorix's clutches.But Eragon owes his loyalty to others, too. The Varden are in desperate need of his talents and strength, as are the elves and dwarves. When unrest claims the rebels and danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices - choices that take him across the Empire and beyond, choices that may lead to unimagined sacrifice. Conflict, action, adventure and a devastating death await readers as Eragon battles on behalf of the Varden while Galbatorix ruthlessly attempts to crush and twist him to his own purposes.
Rich with a thoughtful examination of Eragon's maturing psyche, "Brisingr" explores how Eragon must come to terms with his role as a leader and the moral obligations that weigh heavily upon his young shoulders as a Dragon Rider.
[edit] Spoilers
Before Brisingr was released to the book stores, Christopher Paolini had announced three spoilers.
Spoiler 1: Eragon will meet a god.
Spoiler 2: Eragon will face a new enemy that "likes to laugh...and not in a good way."
Spoiler 3: One of the characters shall become pregnant.
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