| Book Title | The Source of Magic |
| Series | Xanith |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Author | Piers Anthony |
| Publisher | Del Rey Books |
| Published | April 12, 1983 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Good |
| Condition Notes | Good paperback with moderate reading wear. Cover shows edge wear, light creasing, rubbing, and corner wear consistent with age. Spine remains solid with secure binding, and the pages are clean and fully readable. |
| Condition | Good |
When the magical power sustaining the land of Xanth begins to fail, young Bink and his companions embark on a perilous journey beyond the borders of their enchanted homeland. Their quest to discover the mysterious Source of Magic leads them into unfamiliar lands filled with danger, humor, strange creatures, and revelations that could change Xanth forever.
EugeneBookStore Summary
The Source of Magic is the second novel in Piers Anthony’s beloved Xanth series. Expanding the world introduced in A Spell for Chameleon, the novel blends imaginative fantasy, clever puns, memorable magical creatures, and adventurous storytelling. It remains one of the strongest entries in the long-running series and helped establish Xanth as one of fantasy’s enduring worlds.
Collector Notes
Originally published in 1979, The Source of Magic continues the adventures of Bink and introduces many elements that would become staples of the Xanth universe. Early Del Rey paperback editions featuring classic fantasy artwork are especially popular with collectors seeking matching editions of the original series.







