The Eye of the World

Synopsis

The Wheel of Time ® is a PBS Great American Read Selection! Now in development for TV!

Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters.

The Wheel of Time turns and Ages come and go, leaving memories that become legend. Legend fades to myth, and even myth is long forgotten when the Age that gave it birth returns again. In the Third Age, an Age of Prophecy, the World and Time themselves hang in the balance. What was, what will be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow.

When The Two Rivers is attacked by Trollocs—a savage tribe of half-men, half-beasts— five villagers flee that night into a world they barely imagined, with new dangers waiting in the shadows and in the light.

TV series update: "Sony will produce along with Red Eagle Entertainment and Radar Pictures. Rafe Judkins is attached to write and executive produce. Judkins previously worked on shows such as ABC’s “Agents of SHIELD,” the Netflix series “Hemlock Grove,” and the NBC series “Chuck.” Red Eagle partners Rick Selvage and Larry Mondragon will executive produce along with Radar’s Ted Field and Mike Weber. Darren Lemke will also executive produce, with Jordan’s widow Harriet McDougal serving as consulting producer." —Variety

The Wheel of Time® New Spring: The Novel #1 The Eye of the World #2 The Great Hunt #3 The Dragon Reborn #4 The Shadow Rising #5 The Fires of Heaven #6 Lord of Chaos #7 A Crown of Swords #8 The Path of Daggers #9 Winter's Heart #10 Crossroads of Twilight #11 Knife of Dreams

By Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson #12 The Gathering Storm #13 Towers of Midnight #14 A Memory of Light

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By Robert Jordan and Teresa Patterson The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time

By Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria Simons The Wheel of Time Companion

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Summary

Chapter 1: The Emond's Field Five

* Introduces Rand al'Thor and his four companions: Perrin Aybara, Egwene al'Vere, Nynaeve al'Meara, and Matrim Cauthon.
* While camping outside the village of Emond's Field, they are attacked by three Trollocs (goblin-like creatures).
* Rand uses a mysterious power to defeat the Trollocs, surprising both himself and his friends.

Chapter 2: The Ways

* The five survivors flee into the Waygate, a portal to the Ways (an ancient network of tunnels).
* They encounter more Trollocs and flee further into the tunnels.
* Egwene discovers a glowing orb that seems to have a healing effect on the group.

Chapter 3: Shadar Logoth

* The group wanders into Shadar Logoth, a ruined city with a dark history.
* They are pursued by Mashadar, a consuming shadow creature.
* Rand uses his power to defeat Mashadar and save his friends.

Chapter 4: Baerlon

* The group arrives in the town of Baerlon, where they learn about the Dark One and the Forsaken.
* Moghedien, a Forsaken, attempts to capture them, but they escape with the help of Moiraine Damodred, a powerful Aes Sedai (a woman who can wield magic).

Chapter 5: A Test of Wills

* Moiraine reveals that Rand and his companions are Ta'veren (people who can shape the Pattern of destiny).
* She tests Rand's strength of will, and he proves himself strong enough to control his newly discovered powers.

Chapter 6: The Great Hunt

* The group leaves Baerlon and sets out on the Great Hunt for the Dark One's minions.
* They encounter a group of Shienarans, led by Lord Ingtar Shinowa, who join them in their quest.

Chapter 7: The Stone of Tear

* The group travels to the ruined fortress of the Stone of Tear, hoping to find a way to confront the Dark One.
* They are attacked by Shadowspawn, led by Aginor, a Forsaken.
* Rand uses his power to defeat Aginor and destroy the fortress.

Chapter 8: Caemlyn

* The group arrives in the city of Caemlyn, the capital of Andor.
* They attend a feast at the palace, where Rand's identity is revealed as the Dragon Reborn.
* The group is attacked by the Seanchan, an invading force from across the sea.