Book description
Magician (The Riftwar Saga, #1-2) - Audiobook Review
Raymond E. Feist's debut novel, originally conceived during his university years and subsequently published by Doubleday in 1982, establishes the foundational text of what would become the extensive Riftwar Saga. This revised edition, incorporating fifteen thousand words previously omitted, presents the complete narrative of Pug's transformation from Crydee's orphaned apprentice to master of unprecedented magical forces.
The audiobook format proves particularly effective for this epic fantasy, wherein the protagonist's journey from mundane apprenticeship to extraordinary power resonates through competent vocal performance. The narrative structure follows Pug's progression alongside his companion Tomas, whose inheritance of ancient civilizational power contrasts effectively with Pug's spatial-temporal magical mastery.
Feist's background in communication arts manifests in clear, accessible prose that translates well to audio presentation. The story's central conflict, initiated by the destruction of the Kingdom of the Isles' tranquility through alien invasion, provides sufficient dramatic tension to sustain the considerable length typical of the fantasy epic genre.
The dual-world narrative framework, wherein characters traverse dimensional boundaries, receives adequate treatment through audio production techniques that distinguish between settings without compromising narrative coherence. Pug's ultimate mastery of "unimaginable powers" and Tomas's "legacy of savage power" create complementary character arcs that justify the substantial investment required from listeners.
This audiobook edition successfully presents Feist's foundational fantasy work, maintaining the narrative integrity of the revised text while providing an accessible format for contemporary audiences unfamiliar with earlier editions. The production values support rather than distract from Feist's established storytelling methodology, making this recording suitable for both introductory and repeat listeners seeking comprehensive presentation of the complete text.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience