This is the legendary story of Merlin--from his abandonment by his parents at the age of eight to the discovery of his powers at twelve. Together, these three novels reimagine the origins of the greatest wizard of all time, giving readers a Merlin at once more human and more magical than any that has appeared before. Praise for Passager: [star] "A stark, poignant, and absorbing tale . . . Promises to be an outstanding trilogy." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "A worthy introduction to Arthurian legend . . . Moving."-- The Horn Book Praise for Hobby: "Challenging and ambitious . . . Hobby has quiet beauty and strong imagery."-- Booklist Praise for Merlin: "Leaves the reader hungry for more . . . Great reading."-- American Bookseller ABA's Pick of the Lists Jane Yolen is a highly acclaimed author who has written hundreds of books for children and adults and has won numerous awards. She and her husband divide their time between Massachussetts and Scotland. The Young Merlin Trilogy: Passager, Hobby, and Merlin