The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time: Book 1)

Unabridged
Author: Robert Jordan
Narrator: Michael Kramer , Kate Reading
Genres: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fiction, Literature
Publisher: Audio Renaissance
Date: May 2004
Length: 31 hours
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Overview

In one short decade, Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time has become the bestselling American fantasy series of all time—comparable in depth and scope to J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendary trilogy, The Lord of The Rings. Now, the first two titles in the series, The Eye of the World and The Great Hunt, are available unabridged on CD.

In the THE EYE OF THE WORLD three young friends; Rand, Matt and Perrin are attacked by subhuman monsters, bestial Trollocs. With the help of Lady Moiraine, an Aes Sedai, a woman who can wield the One Power and her Warder, Lan--the young boys flee their homeland. But they are pursued relentlessly by the forces of the evil Dark One--and begin an adventure across an imaginative, fantastical world of strange wonders and deadly horror--where goodness stands on the brink of destruction--for the Wheel of Time is weaving a web in the pattern of ages, a web to entangle the world.

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Eye Of the World

by Tony/ Ca.
  • Book Rating: 5/5

Eye of the World

by Talmadge V Vessels Jr
  • Book Rating: 5/5

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Reviews (16)

Eye Of the World

Written by Tony/ Ca. from Anaheim, Ca, CA on July 8th, 2008

  • Book Rating: 5/5

I like a long book with characters you get to know; this is a great story, have already ordered book 2 and 3. about plain people, and extra ordinary people. very good listening.

Eye of the World

Written by Talmadge V Vessels Jr on January 21st, 2007

  • Book Rating: 5/5

Robert Jordan outdoes himself in the first of his Wheel of Time series, The Eye of the World. The characters are alive and share the same feelings, fears, triumphs and regrets we might should we find ourselves engulfed in so many non-choices for our own lives. Few choose the path they are traveling, but when death haunts and hunts you, what else is there to do but follow where you are being lead -- but can you trust those you follow -- do you know their agenda truly includes your best interest? Or do they have plans of which you are unaware and may not serve you so well as they will be served. This is a story with more questions than answers -- as is life. It is the adventure which counts, the journey that matters -- in the end -- well -- we must all die in the end. An excellent journey to take. Thank you, Robert Jordan, thank you. T V. Vessels, Jr., author.

The Best In Fantasy

Written by Andrew Bartholomew on December 18th, 2006

  • Book Rating: 5/5

To reply to a previous reviewer: The opening chapter sets up the entire series. Even as a 7th grader nearly 17 years ago I understood this. This is an excellent series by a man that has lead a life that he can draw much experience from. Mr. Jordan has created characters and a world that sets him above most authors, let alone his fantasy competition. I recommend anything this man writes. My only criticism is that he doesn't publish fast enough!

Eye of the World

Written by Anonymous on November 24th, 2006

  • Book Rating: 5/5

It took a while to keep track of the main characters and direction of the story, but I am thoroughly hooked in the story and am excited to follow this saga through so many books. Great story!

Eye of the World (Wheel of Time: Book 1)

Written by Leslie Stewart on October 10th, 2006

  • Book Rating: 5/5

I have really enjoyed the series. Robert Jordan and the Wheel of Time books were recommended to me by a couple of friends. I started reading the series about a year ago and am now on Book 9. But as I have more time to listen than read, I have enjoyed retracing my steps to the beginning of the saga. I would recommend the series to anyone who enjoys begin swept into a world of mystery, intrigue, magic, and wonderful characters.

Eye of the World

Written by Shannon Lowry on March 10th, 2006

  • Book Rating: 1/5

Sorry to be the party pooper my fellow reviewers. Many people have raved to me about this series and perhaps that built it up beyond what it could ever be in real life. There isn't anything wrong with this book and the reader is fine but it failed to grab me. It's enjoyable in the sense that if you like Tolkien and Goddkind and others like them, this will appeal in similar ways. Unfortunately because I have read so many other similar books, this one had nothing new to offer me. There were so many characters, events and titles that by disk 6 I still felt I didn't have a good idea of what was going on. That's the equivalent to a couple hundred pages.

Wonderful!

Written by Michael Collins on September 9th, 2005

  • Book Rating: 5/5

Absolutely wonderful! It seemed to start off slow, but soon pulled me in and held my attention very well. There are hints of other stories here, but not enough to bother. The narrarator took some getting used to, but once I did I liked his style. I look forward to the rest of this series.

Must read for fantasy

Written by Howeln from Alpine, CA on August 31st, 2005

  • Book Rating: 5/5

The imagery and details are excellent. If one likes Tolkien and some of the other similar stuff, this is a step beyond that. I've read the first few books, but never picked up again. Too much to forget, and would have to re-read when the newer books came out. The story is large. Very large. Jordan does an excellent job at relaying the story and placing unobtrusive reminders to details that need to be remembered. There are many subtle ones that you understand if you remember them. This is actually the third time I have read the first book; even in this reading I’ve picked up new details I missed the other times. Much of it is because I know where many things will end up. As for the readers. They are good, and use lots of voices. I did find it interesting that with a man and a woman I had expected the use of both at the same time, but instead they read whole chapters. Not sure yet how they picked the ones she reads. I did notice it carries through the other books.

fabulous!

Written by Anonymous on August 8th, 2005

  • Book Rating: 5/5

Gripping - a fantasy story to get lost in - intriquing and complex characters, and a richly developed storyline. Engrossing listening - and beautifully presented.

Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time: Bo... [uab]

Written by Anonymous on August 3rd, 2005

  • Book Rating: 5/5

This story has a slow start, but after a few discs I started getting into it. Now I can't wait to get back in my car to hear what comes next. Great Advventure!

Selected Reviews

Eye Of the World

by Tony/ Ca.
  • Book Rating: 5/5

Eye of the World

by Talmadge V Vessels Jr
  • Book Rating: 5/5

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Author Details

Author Details

Jordan, Robert

Born in 1948 in Charleston, South Carolina. "Robert Jordan" is actually a pseudonym for, surprising as it may seem, James Oliver Rigney Jr., under which he has written the "Wheel of Time" fantasy series as well as several books of the "Conan" series. Other pseudonyms are Reagan O'Neal ("Fallon" series), Jackson O'Reilly ("Cheyenne Raiders"),Chang Lung, Oviler Girney.
He is desended, rumor has it, from the greatest author of all time, James Oliver Curwood.

Robert Jordan is a graduate of the Citadel (the Military College of South Carolina) with a degree in Physics. He served two tours of duty in Vietnam and among his decorations are the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Star with "V" and two Vietnamese Crosses of Gallantry.

He enjoys the outdoor sports of hunting, fishing and sailing, and the indoor sports of poker, chess, pool and pipe collecting. An international bestselling author, Robert Jordan has been writing since 1977 and intends to continue until they nail shut his coffin. Currently resides in Charleston, South Carolina, with his wife, Harriet B. Baker.