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| Title | : | The Outlandish Companion: Companion to Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn (The Outlandish Companions #1) |
| Author | : | Diana Gabaldon |
| Book Format | : | Hardcover |
| Book Edition | : | Special Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 577 pages |
| Published | : | June 29th 1999 by Delacorte Press (first published 1999) |
| Categories | : | Historical. Historical Fiction. Fiction. Science Fiction. Time Travel. Romance |
Diana Gabaldon
Hardcover | Pages: 577 pages Rating: 4.08 | 13191 Users | 574 Reviews
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#1 New York Times bestselling author Diana Gabaldon has captivated millions of readers with her critically acclaimed Outlander novels, the inspiration for the Starz original series. From the moment Claire Randall stepped through a standing stone circle and was thrown back in time to the year 1743—and into a world that threatens life, limb, loyalty, heart, soul, and everything else Claire has—readers have been hungry to know everything about this world and its inhabitants, particularly a Scottish soldier named Jamie Fraser.In this beautifully illustrated compendium of all things Outlandish, Gabaldon covers the first four novels of the main series, including:
• full synopses of Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn
• a complete listing of the characters (fictional and historical) in the first four novels in the series, as well as family trees and genealogical notes
• a comprehensive glossary and pronunciation guide to Gaelic terms and usage
• the fully explicated Gabaldon Theory of Time Travel
• frequently asked questions to the author and her (sometimes surprising) answers
• an annotated bibliography
• essays about medicine and magic in the eighteenth century, researching historical fiction, creating characters, and more
• professionally cast horoscopes for Jamie and Claire
For anyone who wants to spend more time with the Outlander characters and the world they inhabit, Diana Gabaldon here opens a door through the standing stones and offers a guided tour of what lies within.
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| Original Title: | The Outlandish Companion |
| ISBN: | 0385324138 (ISBN13: 9780385324137) |
| Edition Language: | English |
| Series: | The Outlandish Companions #1, Outlander |
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Ratings: 4.08 From 13191 Users | 574 ReviewsCriticize Based On Books The Outlandish Companion: Companion to Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn (The Outlandish Companions #1)
Besides coming in handy to readers whove paused mid-series for a lengthy period of time and want to remember the events of the previous books, before picking up where they left off, The Outlandish Companion is a captivating insight into the writers creative process. How the first book came about, plus the research that went into further developing the story of Claire Randall Fraser. I was pleasantly surprised by her down-to-earth vision on the craft and all the little (self)ironies regardingThe quintessential Outlander reference book - Volume 1.
I discovered this book when I was in the middle of the series and found it useful, but I think it could be improved (and hope it will be when Diana completes the series and another such volume might be required).1) It would have been easier to find negotiate the glossaries if the terms had been listed in alphabetical order rather than the order in which they appeared in the book. 2) What was the point of horoscopes for the two main characters? They are fictional characters, after all. I thought
I really enjoy Gabaldon's books. I treasure her characters. I admire her imagery. Her fiction speaks to me.But I can't stand her voice! I stopped in the middle of this book because it was ruining the magic for me. I don't want to know how unspectacular her inspiration was. I don't want to know her secrets. Let me remain blissfully uninformed!
All sorts of background information and discussion by the author of the Outlander books. Great for fans.
This was an enjoyable extra to the Outlander series, though I did skip some sections, such as the list of characters, horological interpretations, Gaelic glossary, etc. It was amusing to see her write about being an author in the early days of the internet, and about her plans for the series when there were only a few books published, and to see how those plans have changed. I read the updated edition, but not all sections were as up to date. One section listed The Fiery Cross as the 2nd to last
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