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| Book Title | The Crystal Cave |
| Series | Arthurian Saga |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Author | Mary Stewart |
| Publisher | Fawcett Crest Books |
| Published | 1971 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Readers Copy |
| Condition Notes | Reader's Copy mass market paperback with heavy reading wear throughout. Multiple cover creases, edge wear, corner wear, rubbing, and spine wear are present. Old bookstore price stickers remain on the front cover. Binding appears intact and pages remain readable with age toning. An inexpensive reading copy of one of the greatest Arthurian fantasy novels ever written. |
| Condition | Readers Copy |
Britain has fallen into chaos following the withdrawal of the Roman Empire. Into this violent world is born Myrddin Emrys—better known to history as Merlin—the illegitimate son of a Welsh princess. Gifted with prophetic visions and extraordinary intelligence, Merlin survives court intrigue, betrayal, imprisonment, and war as he gradually discovers his destiny. His journey ultimately leads him to the service of Uther Pendragon and the mysterious events that will usher in the birth of King Arthur.
EugeneBookStore Summary
Often regarded as one of the finest retellings of the Arthurian legend ever written, The Crystal Cave transformed the Merlin story by portraying him as an intelligent, believable historical figure rather than merely a legendary wizard. Mary Stewart masterfully blends historical fiction, mythology, and subtle fantasy into an unforgettable coming-of-age epic. This novel remains one of the cornerstones of modern Arthurian fantasy and continues to influence writers more than fifty years after its original publication.
Collector Notes
The Crystal Cave is the opening novel in Mary Stewart’s acclaimed Arthurian Saga and is widely considered her masterpiece. Early Fawcett Crest paperbacks remain highly collectible because of their classic painted cover art and enduring popularity. Complete matching paperback sets of the series continue to attract both fantasy collectors and Arthurian enthusiasts.
