Summary & Analysis - The Sword Of Shannara: Based On The Book By Terry Brooks

SUMMARY & ANALYSIS

THE SWORD OF SHANNARA

BASED ON THE BOOK BY TERRY BROOKS

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CONTENT

The Peaceful Vale and a Looming Threat

Warnings and the Flight from Shady Vale

Journey to Leah and a New Ally

Through the Black Oaks and the Mist Wraith

Refuge in Culhaven and the Council

The Journey from Culhaven and the Pass of Noose

The Crease and Separation

Captivity and Rescue

The Battle for Tyrsis and Uncertain Fates

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

The Sword of Shannara by Terry Brooks begins in the peaceful Shady Vale where the young Flick Ohmsford encounters a mysterious stranger, Allanon. Allanon reveals a forgotten history of the world and a looming darkness embodied by the Warlock Lord, a being of immense power. He discloses that Shea Ohmsford, Flick's brother, is the last descendant of an ancient line destined to wield the legendary Sword of Shannara against this evil. The narrative follows Shea's reluctant journey, accompanied by friends and allies, as they embark on a perilous quest to find the Sword and confront the growing threat from the Northland. The story explores themes of heritage, the battle between good and evil, and the courage found in ordinary individuals facing extraordinary circumstances.

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Release date

Audiobook: 5 April 2025