The Wisdom of Merlin

7 Magical Words for a Meaningful Life

Ebook
On sale Mar 24, 2015 | 80 Pages | 9780698184909
Grade 5 & Up
Reading Level: Lexile 820L

A book of advice from Merlin, the greatest wizard of all time

Based on an address he gave to students at the University of Oxford in 2013, T.A. Barron, author of the New York Times bestselling Merlin Saga, channels the wizard Merlin and offers advice on how to live a meaningful life.  Divided into sections, each revolving around a magical word, this book poetically explores the concepts of Gratitude, Courage, Knowledge, Belief, Wonder, Generosity, Hope, and Love.  

A gem of inspiration, this is the perfect graduation gift, sure to encourage readers of all ages to live life to the fullest.

 
Praise for The Wisdom of Merlin:

"Perfect for a graduate's gift."--Kirkus Reviews
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

Merlin’s Seven Most Magical Words

Welcome to my Crystal Cave.
I do love visitors!  Just as I love to explore the world outside my cave, visiting others near and far, as I’ve done for many centuries.  (Don’t get me started how much I enjoy today’s ice cream parlors and bakeries.)
Shall we talk about whatever questions you might have?  Perhaps something small and simple.  Like…
What is the meaning of life?
And…
How can I possibly find it?
Well, the answer to both those questions is surprisingly brief.  It’s the same answer—and it has only seven words.
That’s right.  Only seven.  And they are the most magical words in the universe.
Now, my friend, follow me into my cave and I’ll explain.

 

Praise for The Wisdom of Merlin:

"Perfect for a graduate's gift."--Kirkus Reviews

About

A book of advice from Merlin, the greatest wizard of all time

Based on an address he gave to students at the University of Oxford in 2013, T.A. Barron, author of the New York Times bestselling Merlin Saga, channels the wizard Merlin and offers advice on how to live a meaningful life.  Divided into sections, each revolving around a magical word, this book poetically explores the concepts of Gratitude, Courage, Knowledge, Belief, Wonder, Generosity, Hope, and Love.  

A gem of inspiration, this is the perfect graduation gift, sure to encourage readers of all ages to live life to the fullest.

 
Praise for The Wisdom of Merlin:

"Perfect for a graduate's gift."--Kirkus Reviews

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

Excerpt

Merlin’s Seven Most Magical Words

Welcome to my Crystal Cave.
I do love visitors!  Just as I love to explore the world outside my cave, visiting others near and far, as I’ve done for many centuries.  (Don’t get me started how much I enjoy today’s ice cream parlors and bakeries.)
Shall we talk about whatever questions you might have?  Perhaps something small and simple.  Like…
What is the meaning of life?
And…
How can I possibly find it?
Well, the answer to both those questions is surprisingly brief.  It’s the same answer—and it has only seven words.
That’s right.  Only seven.  And they are the most magical words in the universe.
Now, my friend, follow me into my cave and I’ll explain.

 

Praise

Praise for The Wisdom of Merlin:

"Perfect for a graduate's gift."--Kirkus Reviews