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Review of The Illearth War (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever, #2) by by Stephen R. Donaldson
This return to the world of the first book was consistently engrossing. Probably my favorite aspects of the series are the descriptions of The Land. In countless lovely passages the author showcases his exquisite command of landscape painting with words. The place is characterized by the profusion of natural splendor,…
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Review of Lord Foul’s Bane (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever, #1) by Stephen R. Donaldson
A complex work of epic fantasy. The first of nine books taking place in the Land.Its clever structure and unconventional aspects were a plus. Many people hate it for its main character. But an understanding of the text justifies the protagonist’s behavior. An examination of his motives and reactionary feelings…
L. S. Popovich 