The Wizardology series Master Merlin, Dugald A. Steer "editor" Candlewick Press Fiction, CH Fantasy/Novelty Book Themes: Legend-Based Stories, Wizards *****
Description
Wizards have a long and powerful history, often misunderstood by the uninitiated and much maligned through the ages. Today, true wizardry is all
but extinct. The great wizard Merlin, long ago imprisoned in an oak tree by the deceptive enchantress Nimue, used much of his remaining magic to
create this book, filled with the secrets and knowledge necessary for those who wish to follow this line of study today. Included with the text are
numerous booklets, charts, and other extras.
Review
Much like Dragonology, this book has a wonderful sense of exploration and wonder to it, with many illustrations and extras and enough
actual content to keep readers interested. Fellow suckers for fantasy and shiny things will have to add this to their collections.
The Wizardology Handbook: A Course for Apprentices
The Wizardology series Master Merlin, Dugald A. Steer "editor" Candlewick Press Fiction, CH Fantasy/Novelty Book Themes: Legend-Based Stories, Wizards ****
Description
So, you read the book Wizardology, created by the imprisoned wizard Merlin in the hopes of reaching future generations, and thought
perhaps you, too, would like to study in this ancient and venerable profession. But what’s the next step? With a serious dearth of proper masters
to apprentice oneself to, finding training can be well-nigh impossible. This book, another work of Merlin, seeks to guide would-be apprentices by
offering lessons and assignments to start them on the path to true wizardology.
Review
Much like the Dragonology handbook, this, too, acts mainly to expand ideas presented in the original book. It also encourages some
independent thought and study. Much like the book it was based on, basic magical principles and lore mixes with a healthy dose of speculation and
outright fiction. It's a blatant marketing tactic, but still fun for fans of Wizardology and its kin.
