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“Religion makes them crazy. Not a woman I ever met wasn't crazy with religion.”

Quote by Orson Scott Card

Book:Seventh Son: The Tales of Alvin Maker

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Seventh Son: The Tales of Alvin Maker

Seventh Son: The Tales of Alvin Maker is a fantasy novel by Orson Scott Card. The story revolves around Alvin Maker, a boy born on the seventh son of a seventh son, who discovers he has the unique ability to make things. Set in an alternate history where magic is real, the novel follows Alvin's journey as he learns to harness his powers and faces various challenges. The narrative is rich with historical and cultural references, and it explores themes of destiny, magic, and the human condition. more

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Orson Scott Card

Orson Scott Card, born on August 24, 1951, is a renowned science fiction novelist from the United States. His works are known for their profound philosophical insights and rich imagination, with 'Ender's Game' series being particularly famous and influential in the science fiction genre. more

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Book:Seventh Son and Red Prophet

Source: Seventh Son and Red Prophet

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Book:Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

Source: Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

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Book:Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

Source: Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

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Book:Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

Source: Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

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Book:The Crystal City: The Tales of Alvin Maker

Source: The Crystal City: The Tales of Alvin Maker

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Source: Seventh Son and Red Prophet

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Book:Red Prophet: The Tales of Alvin Maker

Source: Red Prophet: The Tales of Alvin Maker

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Book:Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

Source: Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

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Source: Prentice Alvin: The Tales of Alvin Maker

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