--- product_id: 3325797 title: "The Sword of Shannara Trilogy" price: "£41.87" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/3325797-the-sword-of-shannara-trilogy store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # The Sword of Shannara Trilogy **Price:** £41.87 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Sword of Shannara Trilogy - **How much does it cost?** £41.87 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/3325797-the-sword-of-shannara-trilogy) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: The Sword of Shannara Trilogy: 9780345453754: Brooks, Terry: Books Review: Akin in similar but even better then lord of the rings - I had the orginal hardbacks for these three novels years ago and when I seen this edition with them all together as an anniversary edition I really wanted it. It’s my second copy like this cause have one for a gift for someone as well. It’s so well written the series does continue past these three books but wonderful story line and a book can’t put down. Highly recommend this for Any who enjoy lord of the rings and sci fi books. It has Druids and elves and etc. the maps are nice as well in the book to follow locations as read. Review: SR's Sword of Shannara Trilogy Review - The Sword of Shannara Trilogy, in a short review, is a great set of fantasy novels that you wont regret reading, and they may change your life even if just a little bit. It is difficult to review any book without giving away the story, but I will do my best. This is not the first time I have read this series, in fact, this is the 5th time. About every seven years I find myself wanting to relive my first read of the Shannara series that started it all. This time it started with the prequel, "Paladins of Shannara", a new add-on short story put out there to lure you back in, setting the stage for you to become Shea Ohmsford or at least a close friend all over again. Each book of this series is easily read in and of itself and each a great fantasy novel, filled with danger and mystery. A fight not only of good and evil but a between the whole truth and just enough of the truth to save the world. My favorite book of all time is the 2nd book, "The Elfstones of Shannara", it is a rollercoaster ride, one of those books you just can't put down, every paragraph bringing you closer to that complete escape from reality. The Elfstones of Shannara is the book for me that started a lifetime of reading. I was bored one day and my wife, a huge reader, suggested The Elfstones of Shannara, she said "it was as good as or better than The Hobbit". Thank god "The Hobbit" was made into a cartoon movie or I wouldn't have any point of reverence at the time. The 1st book, The Sword of Shannara is a great fantasy novel that you will love, The 3rd book, Wishsong of Shannara is somewhat eloquent and almost feminine in the style, which made it difficult to connect to the characters and yet I still enjoyed very much, but in my opinion The Elfstones of Shannara is what makes this trilogy epic. Before Elfstones I couldn't stand reading and found it a task labored and boring. But I guess there is a warning here for all, the Shannara saga is a fantasy world of escape that can hold your attention for your entire life. In closing I have to say thank you Terry Brooks for taking away some of life troubles, and making the tough times we all face a little more bearable. Robin ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #116,100 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1,730 in Fantasy Action & Adventure #2,032 in Epic Fantasy (Books) #2,195 in Sword & Sorcery Fantasy (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (4,813) | | Dimensions | 6.7 x 2.42 x 9.53 inches | | Edition | First Edition | | ISBN-10 | 0345453751 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0345453754 | | Item Weight | 3.65 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 1200 pages | | Publication date | August 27, 2002 | | Publisher | Del Rey | ## Images ![The Sword of Shannara Trilogy - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713VLkJYxcL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Akin in similar but even better then lord of the rings *by F***Y on November 4, 2025* I had the orginal hardbacks for these three novels years ago and when I seen this edition with them all together as an anniversary edition I really wanted it. It’s my second copy like this cause have one for a gift for someone as well. It’s so well written the series does continue past these three books but wonderful story line and a book can’t put down. Highly recommend this for Any who enjoy lord of the rings and sci fi books. It has Druids and elves and etc. the maps are nice as well in the book to follow locations as read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SR's Sword of Shannara Trilogy Review *by A***R on November 4, 2012* The Sword of Shannara Trilogy, in a short review, is a great set of fantasy novels that you wont regret reading, and they may change your life even if just a little bit. It is difficult to review any book without giving away the story, but I will do my best. This is not the first time I have read this series, in fact, this is the 5th time. About every seven years I find myself wanting to relive my first read of the Shannara series that started it all. This time it started with the prequel, "Paladins of Shannara", a new add-on short story put out there to lure you back in, setting the stage for you to become Shea Ohmsford or at least a close friend all over again. Each book of this series is easily read in and of itself and each a great fantasy novel, filled with danger and mystery. A fight not only of good and evil but a between the whole truth and just enough of the truth to save the world. My favorite book of all time is the 2nd book, "The Elfstones of Shannara", it is a rollercoaster ride, one of those books you just can't put down, every paragraph bringing you closer to that complete escape from reality. The Elfstones of Shannara is the book for me that started a lifetime of reading. I was bored one day and my wife, a huge reader, suggested The Elfstones of Shannara, she said "it was as good as or better than The Hobbit". Thank god "The Hobbit" was made into a cartoon movie or I wouldn't have any point of reverence at the time. The 1st book, The Sword of Shannara is a great fantasy novel that you will love, The 3rd book, Wishsong of Shannara is somewhat eloquent and almost feminine in the style, which made it difficult to connect to the characters and yet I still enjoyed very much, but in my opinion The Elfstones of Shannara is what makes this trilogy epic. Before Elfstones I couldn't stand reading and found it a task labored and boring. But I guess there is a warning here for all, the Shannara saga is a fantasy world of escape that can hold your attention for your entire life. In closing I have to say thank you Terry Brooks for taking away some of life troubles, and making the tough times we all face a little more bearable. Robin ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great! *by L***L on April 29, 2015* See full review @ The Indigo Quill . blogspot . com The Sword of Shanara trilogy written by Terry Brooks is about a mythical world rooted in the tension between old-world-magic and, what could be seen, as rational thought. We are taken on an expansive trip through the three separate generations of the Ohmsford family. This is a family of elven children who are actually teenagers, who unknowingly possess magical skills that can unlock some of the great events threatening the world they hold dear. The adventures in this quasi-medieval world involve the conflation of the races of men, elves, dwarves and, yes even trolls and gnomes. All of the inhabitants of this world are pawns in a struggle between the forces of magic and the books present, which smacks of an emerging modernity. Forged from an intricate history involving ancient wars and what we could see as geo-political conflicts, there emerges a sprawling epic not too different from what we experience in our own world. The author uses the character of Allanon, a man symbolizing a race of men called the druids, to parcel out historical lessons to these protagonist young people as he leads them through dangerous adventures. At one time the druids mastered the mysteries of using magic to try and better the human condition, but the intertwining epics of three generations makes the reader understand that the wielding of magic and power can have devastating effects. Absolute power tends to absolutely corrupt. I found the work, although somewhat wordy, a wonderful read. Brooks’ power of description to the many environments, the descriptions of character emotions, and the varied monster and beast creatures, made this a treasure-trove of description. Although the two maps provided general locations to the many rivers, mountains, cities and castles, I did wish, however, that the map could provide more detail to the narrative. I believe the work was worthy of some illustrations and relief maps. I wanted to follow the treks, particularly of Jair Ohmsford’s party and his sister Brin Ohmsford and her party. The power of the work was manifest in how the protagonist’s inner-monologue worked while confronted with flagrant evil. The young adults were driven by restraint and circumspection about what they felt they needed to do to save their selves and their kind. Their self-doubt, introspective thoughts were refreshing in an age of computer games where kids feel that destructive force is always justified. Make no mistake violence forces are afoot, but so is the power of reason. I found the young protagonists were governed by a higher power mitigating against blind rage and thoughtless action. Our protagonists in all three epics do what we all should do, question ourselves, gather some facts and have the courage to carry out our mission. We all face forces that loom bigger than what we are capable of handling. Of course, sometimes the nature of faith enters in as well. There are no theistic components here that I can see, but there doesn’t need to be. Faith in a common good, free will and understanding that there is good and there is evil pervades these stories. The characters learn to trust one another and value each other’s purpose. There is the threat of holocaust, destruction and chaos at every turn, but this world is also governed by the forces for good. The players have stakes, experience death, separation and suffering, but all for the welfare and preservation of family and tribe. This is a must for your library. There is a powerful imagination residing in this work. I am entertained, but I am also edified by the lessons that are so abundant in this work. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Sword of Shannara Trilogy - The Heritage of Shannara - First King of Shannara --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/3325797-the-sword-of-shannara-trilogy](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/3325797-the-sword-of-shannara-trilogy) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*