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    The Lost Years

    Book 1

    Part of Merlin Saga

    Author T. A. Barron
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    $10.99 US
    Penguin Young Readers | Puffin Books
    5"W x 7.5"H x 0.96"D  
    On sale May 12, 2011 | 352 Pages | 9780142418895
    Grade 5 & Up
    Reading Level: Lexile 770L
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    Discover the origins of the world’s greatest wizard.

    Before Camelot. Before legend. There was a boy who would become Merlin.

    Shipwrecked on a remote island with no name and no memory, young Emrys begins a journey to uncover his magic, his destiny, and the truth of who he is. As he explores a land shaped by mystery and ancient forces, he learns that his fate is bound to the land itself.

    Guided by a mysterious stag and a fearless friend, Emrys confronts dark powers, hidden secrets, and the strength growing within him. This coming-of-age fantasy blends magic, adventure, and wonder in a story that speaks to readers discovering fantasy for the first time as well as longtime fans of the genre.

    The Lost Years is Book One of T. A. Barron’s internationally bestselling Merlin Saga, a series that has captivated millions of readers worldwide. Step into the legend and discover where Merlin’s story truly begins.
    T. A. Barron is an internationally bestselling author known for fantasy adventures that celebrate courage, wonder, and the natural world. His Merlin Saga has captivated millions of readers worldwide and is currently being developed for film. An award-winning writer and environmental advocate, Barron founded the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes and serves on several conservation and education boards. He lives in Colorado, where the landscape continues to shape his stories. View titles by T. A. Barron
    “A novel rich with magic.”
    — The New York Times Book Review

    “Brilliant first volume . . . an intense and profoundly spiritual adventure.”
    — Lloyd Alexander, Newbery Medal–winning author of The Chronicles of Prydain

    “An extraordinary journey of mind, body, and spirit, for both Merlin and ourselves.”
    — Madeleine L’Engle, author of A Wrinkle in Time, and winner of the Newbery Medal

    “Fans who have followed young Merlin through his many adventures will still enjoy trekking with him.”
    — The Horn Book

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    Discover the origins of the world’s greatest wizard.

    Before Camelot. Before legend. There was a boy who would become Merlin.

    Shipwrecked on a remote island with no name and no memory, young Emrys begins a journey to uncover his magic, his destiny, and the truth of who he is. As he explores a land shaped by mystery and ancient forces, he learns that his fate is bound to the land itself.

    Guided by a mysterious stag and a fearless friend, Emrys confronts dark powers, hidden secrets, and the strength growing within him. This coming-of-age fantasy blends magic, adventure, and wonder in a story that speaks to readers discovering fantasy for the first time as well as longtime fans of the genre.

    The Lost Years is Book One of T. A. Barron’s internationally bestselling Merlin Saga, a series that has captivated millions of readers worldwide. Step into the legend and discover where Merlin’s story truly begins.

    Author

    T. A. Barron is an internationally bestselling author known for fantasy adventures that celebrate courage, wonder, and the natural world. His Merlin Saga has captivated millions of readers worldwide and is currently being developed for film. An award-winning writer and environmental advocate, Barron founded the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes and serves on several conservation and education boards. He lives in Colorado, where the landscape continues to shape his stories. View titles by T. A. Barron

    Praise

    “A novel rich with magic.”
    — The New York Times Book Review

    “Brilliant first volume . . . an intense and profoundly spiritual adventure.”
    — Lloyd Alexander, Newbery Medal–winning author of The Chronicles of Prydain

    “An extraordinary journey of mind, body, and spirit, for both Merlin and ourselves.”
    — Madeleine L’Engle, author of A Wrinkle in Time, and winner of the Newbery Medal

    “Fans who have followed young Merlin through his many adventures will still enjoy trekking with him.”
    — The Horn Book

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