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“A shade of sorrow passed over Taliesin's face. 'There are those,' he said gently, 'who must first learn loss, despair, and grief. Of all paths to wisdom, this is the cruelest and longest. Are you one who must follow such a way? This even I cannot know. If you are, take heart nonetheless. Those who reach the end do more than gain wisdom. As rough wool becomes cloth, and crude clay a vessel, so do they change and fashion wisdom for others, and what they give back is greater than what they won.”

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Book:The High King: The Chronicles of Prydain
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The High King: The Chronicles of Prydain

This book is set in a richly imagined world, where the young hero Taran embarks on a quest to become the High King. The narrative is filled with elements of magic, heroism, and the struggle against dark forces, offering readers a classic tale of fantasy and coming-of-age. more

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Lloyd Alexander
Lloyd Alexander

Lloyd Alexander, born on January 30, 1924, was an American author of children's literature. Known for his rich imagination and unique narrative style, his works have been highly appreciated by readers. more

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