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Dragonquest

Anne McCaffrey

Published 1971 by Ballantine Books · 333 pages

Hugo · 1972

Finalist
Science Fantasy

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4 award entries · 4 books · 0 wins · 1972–1992

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Synopsis

In the second novel of the Dragonriders of Pern series, the people of Pern face the deadly menace of Thread while internal political conflicts threaten to tear their society apart. F'lar and Lessa must navigate treacherous alliances among the dragon Weyrs and Holds, while a young harper's discovery of ancient records may hold the key to ending the threat forever.

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Details

Series
Dragonriders of Pern · Book 2
Author nationality
United States
ISBN
9780345022455