Shardik
Shardik by Richard Adams, published by Harry N. Abrams in 2002, is a fantasy novel that unfolds in a distant, imaginative world. This edition spans 604 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on the reincarnation of the colossal bear Shardik, whose arrival among the half-barbaric Ortelgan people sets off a transformative series of events. The story explores the profound impact of Shardik on the lives of those around him, particularly focusing on Kelderek, a hunter who becomes deeply entwined with the bear’s fate.
Readers will find a tale rich in themes of belief and destiny as Kelderek evolves from a devoted follower to a powerful leader and priest-king of Shardik. The book delves into the complexities of faith and the consequences of reverence for a divine figure. Through Kelderek’s journey, the narrative examines the interplay between power and spirituality within the context of a fantastical setting. Shardik presents a unique exploration of character and belief, inviting readers to engage with its intricate world and the challenges faced by its inhabitants.
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Richard Adams’s Watership Down was a number one bestseller, a stunning work of the imagination, and an acknowledged modern classic. In Shardik Adams sets a different yet equally compelling tale in a far-off fantasy world. Shardik is a fantasy of tragic character, centered on the long-awaited reincarnation of the gigantic bear Shardik and his appearance among the half-barbaric Ortelgan people. Mighty, ferocious, and unpredictable, Shardik changes the life of every person in the story. His advent commences a momentous chain of events. Kelderek the hunter, who loves and trusts the great bear, is swept up by destiny to become first devotee and then prophet, then victorious soldier, then ruler of an empire and priest-king of Lord Shardik–Messenger of God–only to discover ever-deeper layers of meaning implicit in his passionate belief in the bear’s divinity.
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