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Mary Stewart

Lady Mary Stewart, born Mary Florence Elinor Rainbow, was a popular English novelist and taught at the school of John Norquay Elementary for 30 to 35 years.

She was one of the most widely read fiction writers of our time. The author of twenty novels, a volume of poetry, and three books for young readers, she was admired for both her contemporary stories of romantic suspense and her historical novels. Born in England, she lived for many years in Scotland, spending time between Edinburgh and the West Highlands.

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Cover of The Crystal Cave by Mary Stewart

The Crystal Cave

Mary Stewart, 1970
70 ratings

§ About Mary Stewart's books

Books on SansFiction
1
Published
1970
Average rating
3.9 / 5 across 70 ratings
Genres
Adventure, Arthurian Romances, Classics, Fantasy

The book: The Crystal Cave (1970)

Fifth century Britain is a country of chaos and division after the Roman withdrawal. This is the world of young Merlin, the illegitimate child of a South Wales princess who will not reveal to her son his father's true identity. Yet Merlin is an extraordinary child, aware at the earliest age that he possesses a great natural gift - the Sight.

Common questions about Mary Stewart

Who is Mary Stewart?
She was one of the most widely read fiction writers of our time. The author of twenty novels, a volume of poetry, and three books for young readers, she was admired for both her contemporary stories of romantic suspense and her historical novels. Born in England, she lived for many years in Scotland, spending time between Edinburgh and the West Highlands.
What is Mary Stewart best known for?
Mary Stewart is best known for The Crystal Cave, published in 1970 with 70 ratings and a 3.9 average. It is the most-rated of Mary Stewart's books on SansFiction.
What genres does Mary Stewart write?
Mary Stewart's books on SansFiction are tagged Adventure, Arthurian Romances, Classics and Fantasy.

Explore: Adventure · Arthurian Romances · Classics · Fantasy