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Fantasy· United States

The Eye of the World

by Robert Jordan
Aggregate Editorial Score39/100
Goodreads Choice Award
Published 1990782 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Robert Jordan's The Eye of the World (1990) stands as one of the most significant works of fantasy of its era. Three young villagers from the rural Two Rivers—Rand, Mat, and Perrin—are swept into a vast struggle between the forces of Light and the Dark One in the opening of Jordan's landmark fourteen-volume Wheel of Time series. The series is the most expansive fantasy world since Tolkien's Middle-earth. Themes of good vs evil, destiny, magic run through the work. The book has received recognition from Goodreads Choice Award 1990.

Book Details

AuthorRobert Jordan
Published1990
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages782
Category🐉 Fantasy
ISBN9780765305343
Editorial Score39/100
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🐉 Fantasy

Stories set in imaginary worlds with magical or supernatural elements.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Awards & Recognition

Goodreads Choice Award
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Eye of the World about?

Three young villagers from the rural Two Rivers—Rand, Mat, and Perrin—are swept into a vast struggle between the forces of Light and the Dark One in the opening of Jordan's landmark fourteen-volume Wheel of Time series. The series is the most expansive fantasy world since Tolkien's Middle-earth.

Who wrote The Eye of the World?

The Eye of the World was written by Robert Jordan, from United States. First published in 1990.

What awards has The Eye of the World won?

The Eye of the World has received the following awards and honours: Goodreads Choice Award 1990.

Is The Eye of the World worth reading?

The Eye of the World is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 13/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in good vs evil, destiny, magic.

Where can I buy The Eye of the World?

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What category is The Eye of the World?

The Eye of the World is classified as Fantasy. Stories set in imaginary worlds with magical or supernatural elements.

What country is The Eye of the World from?

The Eye of the World originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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