The Wheel of Time is a series of epic fantasy novels written by American author James Oliver Rigney Jr. under the pen name Robert Jordan. Originally planned as a six-book series The Wheel of Time spanned fourteen volumes in addition to a prequel novel and two companion books. Jordan began writing the first volume The Eye of the World in 1984 and it was published in January 1990.
The Wheel of Time was inspired by a series of stories written by Robert Jordan’s college friend who wrote under the name of L. Sprague de Camp. These stories set in a world where the Roman Empire never fell were published in the fantasy magazine Amazing Stories. Jordan has stated that he does not know how many books will be in The Wheel of Time saying only that the series will end when the story is told.
The Wheel of Time is a complex tale that intertwines fantasy with history mythology and legend. The story is set in a world where thePieces of the Dark One’s prison seal the Dark One away from the rest of the world. Seven men and women are chosen by the Wheel of Time to be the Dragon Reborn a being prophesied to save the world from the Dark One.
The Wheel of Time has been well-received by both readers and critics. The series has sold over 44 million copies worldwide and has been translated into 37 languages. In 2007 Time magazine named The Wheel of Time one of the 100 best fantasy series of all time.
What is the Wheel of Time rated?
The Wheel of Time is rated TV-14.
Why is the Wheel of Time rated TV-14?
The Wheel of Time is rated TV-14 for intense violence bloody images sexual content and language.
How many books are in the Wheel of Time series?
There are 14 books in the Wheel of Time series.
Who wrote the Wheel of Time series?
Robert Jordan wrote the Wheel of Time series.
Who is the main character in the Wheel of Time series?
Rand al’Thor is the main character in the Wheel of Time series.
What is the first book in the Wheel of Time series?
The first book in the Wheel of Time series is The Eye of the World.
What is the last book in the Wheel of Time series?
The last book in the Wheel of Time series is A Memory of Light.
How many pages is A Memory of Light?
A Memory of Light is 1416 pages.
What is the Wheel of Time about?
The Wheel of Time is about Rand al’Thor who is the Dragon Reborn and his fight against the Dark One.
Who are the Aiel?
The Aiel are a warrior society who live in the Waste.
Who is Mat Cauthon?
Mat Cauthon is Rand al’Thor’s best friend.
Who is Perrin Aybara?
Perrin Aybara is Rand al’Thor’s other best friend.
Who is Egwene al’Vere?
Egwene al’Vere is Rand al’Thor’s love interest.
Who is Morgase Trakand?
Morgase Trakand is Rand al’Thor’s mother.
Who is Galad Damodred?
Galad Damodred is Rand al’Thor’s half-brother.
