{"product_id":"the-lost-years-isbn-9780142418895","title":"The Lost Years","description":"\u003cb\u003eDiscover the origins of the world’s greatest wizard.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore Camelot. Before legend. There was a boy who would become Merlin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShipwrecked on a remote island with no name and no memory, young Emrys begins a journey to uncover his magic, his destiny, and the truth of who he is. As he explores a land shaped by mystery and ancient forces, he learns that his fate is bound to the land itself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGuided by a mysterious stag and a fearless friend, Emrys confronts dark powers, hidden secrets, and the strength growing within him. This coming-of-age fantasy blends magic, adventure, and wonder in a story that speaks to readers discovering fantasy for the first time as well as longtime fans of the genre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Lost Years\u003c\/i\u003e is Book One of T. A. Barron’s internationally bestselling \u003ci\u003eMerlin Saga\u003c\/i\u003e, a series that has captivated millions of readers worldwide. Step into the legend and discover where Merlin’s story truly begins.\u003cb\u003e“A novel rich with magic.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e— \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Brilliant first volume . . . an intense and profoundly spiritual adventure.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e— \u003ci\u003eLloyd Alexander\u003c\/i\u003e, Newbery Medal–winning author of \u003ci\u003eThe Chronicles of Prydain\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“An extraordinary journey of mind, body, and spirit, for both Merlin and ourselves.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e— \u003ci\u003eMadeleine L’Engle\u003c\/i\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eA Wrinkle in Time\u003c\/i\u003e, and winner of the Newbery Medal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Fans who have followed young Merlin through his many adventures will still enjoy trekking with him.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e— \u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eT. A. Barron\u003c\/b\u003e is the award-winning author of fantasy novels such as \u003ci\u003eThe Lost Years of Merlin\u003c\/i\u003e epic—soon to be a major motion picture.  He serves on a variety of environmental and educational boards including The Nature Conservancy and The Land and Water Fund of the Rockies, and is the founder of a national award for heroic children. Following a life-changing decision to leave a successful business career to write full-time in 1990, Barron has written seventeen books, but is happiest when on the mountain trails with his wife, Currie, and their five children.","brand":"Puffin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46302561304805,"sku":"NP9780142418895","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780142418895.jpg?v=1767740334","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-lost-years-isbn-9780142418895","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}