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Fantasy· International

The Eye of the World (part 1/2)

by Robert Jordan
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
#18,184of 99,626 books
Kirkus Reviews
Published 1993English
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About This Book

Few works of fantasy have earned the sustained critical attention that The Eye of the World (part 1/2) (1993) by Robert Jordan continues to receive. A beloved work of fantasy, The Eye of the World (part 1/2) by Robert Jordan (1993) has enchanted generations of readers with its magical storytelling.

Book Details

AuthorRobert Jordan
Published1993
Country of OriginInternational
LanguageEnglish
Category🐉 Fantasy
ISBN1904233201
Editorial Score30/100
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🐉 Fantasy

Stories set in imaginary worlds with magical or supernatural elements.

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Editorial Assessment

The Eye of the World (part 1/2) by Robert Jordan sits within the tradition of fantasy that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1993 in International, it engages with the human condition in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. Critics and institutions have consistently placed The Eye of the World (part 1/2) among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 30/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. The appeal of The Eye of the World (part 1/2) lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Robert Jordan's role in the literature of International is well established. The Eye of the World (part 1/2) can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Kirkus Reviews
notable · national
199330
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About the Author
Robert Jordan
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Robert Jordan is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of fantasy.

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The Eye of the World (part 1/2) was written by Robert Jordan, first published in 1993. Robert Jordan is recognized as a significant author in the field of fantasy.

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