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The Outlandish Companion |  | Author: Diana Gabaldon
Publisher: Delacorte Press
List Price: $30.00
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Rating:  163 reviews
Sales Rank: 3465
Media: Hardcover
Edition: First Edition
Pages: 608
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.2
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 7.1 x 1.8
ISBN: 0385324138
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780385324137
ASIN: 0385324138
Publication Date: June 29, 1999
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Amazon.com Review
For nine years, four books, and nearly 4,000 pages, Diana Gabaldon has entranced readers with her talent for historical authenticity, dramatic plot lines, and strong characters in the Outlander series. Her superb writing has earned a loyal audience, but after a million and a half words, even the most fervent of fans may have a difficult time trying to recall the exact details of the secondary characters, let alone the obscure ones. Thankfully, Gabaldon's The Outlandish Companion is here to help. Part crib notes and part trivia guide, this essential handbook includes synopses of the first four novels, a character guide, notes on plot development and research, answers to frequently asked questions, and teasers for the upcoming novels--there're even horoscope charts of the central characters, a list of fan Web sites, and choice recipes for the truly devoted. Readers looking for a fix of Gabaldon's humorous voice or insight into her writing processes and characters will certainly be more than satisfied, but those looking for the next installment of Jamie and Claire's adventures will have to wait for The Fiery Cross, the fifth book in this bestselling series, expected sometime in late 1999 to early 2000. --Nancy R.E. O'Brien
Product Description
New York Times bestselling author Diana Gabaldon has captured the hearts of millions with her critically acclaimed novels, Outlander. Dragonfly In Amber, Voyager, and Drums Of Autumn. From the moment Claire Randall accidentally steps through a magical stone that transports her back in time more than 200 years to 1743, and into the arms of Scottish soldier Jamie Fraser, readers have been enthralled with this epic saga of time travel, adventure, and love everlasting.
Now Diana Gabaldon has written the ultimate companion guide to her bestselling series, the book only she could write - a beautifully illustrated compendium of all things Outlandish. As a special bonus for those who are eagerly awaiting the next appearance of Jamie and Claire, she includes never - before - published excerpts from upcoming works in the series. And there's lots more in this lavish keepsake volume for the many devoted fans who yearn to learn the stories behind the stories:
Full synopses of Oulander, Dragonfly In Amber, Voyager, and Drums Of Autumn
A complete listing of the characters in all four novels, including extensively researched family trees and genealogical notes
Professionally cast horoscopes for Jamie and Claire
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
Tips, personal stories - even a recipe or two
Essays about medicine and magic in the eighteenth century, researching historical fiction, and more
With the insight, humor, and eye for detail that has made her novels such an outstanding success story. Diana Gabaldon here gives her readers the best gift of all - The Outlandish Companion
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 Great Insights by a Fantastic Author November 16, 2009
Vanessa R. Kovach (Iraq)
All of Diana Gabaldon's books are true works of art. Of the thousands of books I've read her storytelling distinguishes her as an artistic craftsman capable of bringing to life complex and compelling stories that blur the mind's ability to reconcile that the story is fiction and not a personal account. Read them all, read the companion and then read them all again. Every word is worth it!
 Out of stock! Disappointing October 19, 2009
T. Detroit (usa)
Notified that no book was in stock after ordering. Disappointing but the seller was quick to refund amount.
The Outlandish Companion October 11, 2009
E. Gervasi (Melbourne, Australia)
I just love this book...It answered many questions i had from the first few books from the outlander series. I do recommend this book. Being able to view the book briefly online was a great way for me to see what the book was about and decide whether this suited my collection. With the Outlandish Companion i was able to refer to it while reading my series. It was great to have. Thanks
The Outlandish Companion October 5, 2009
M. McGlasson
This book is awesome! It's always fun to get inside an author's head and see just how things develop. I hope she does another for the books not included. I don't see how it could be any shorter and have all of the material. Her writing style is so entertaining and informative. I liked using it as a reference while reading the other sequels.
Outlandish review May 29, 2009
Lori Volk
This book is very educational. The author is extremely detailed about the creation of her characters. If you're like me, when you read a good book the characters become real people. You become a part of their lives. This book is like the history of the fictional people whose lives you've become a part of. Very good.
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