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The Outlandish Companion by Diana Gabaldon
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The Outlandish Companion (original 1999; edition 1999)

by Diana Gabaldon

Series: Outlander (Related material, covers books 1-4)

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#1 New York Times bestselling author Diana Gabaldon has captivated millions of readers with her critically acclaimed Outlander novels, the inspiration for the Starz original series. From the moment Claire Randall stepped through a standing stone circle and was thrown back in time to the year 1743-and into a world that threatens life, limb, loyalty, heart, soul, and everything else Claire has-readers have been hungry to know everything about this world and its inhabitants, particularly a Scottish soldier named Jamie Fraser. In this beautifully illustrated compendium of all things Outlandish, Gabaldon covers the first four novels of the main series, including: - full synopses of Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn - a complete listing of the characters (fictional and historical) in the first four novels in the series, as well as family trees and genealogical notes - a comprehensive glossary and pronunciation guide to Gaelic terms and usage - The Gabaldon Theory of Time Travel, explained - frequently asked questions to the author and her (sometimes surprising) answers - an annotated bibliography - essays about medicine and magic in the eighteenth century, researching historical fiction, creating characters, and more - professionally cast horoscopes for Jamie and Claire - the making of the TV series: how we got there from here, and what happened next (including "My Brief Career as a TV Actor") - behind-the-scenes photos from the Outlander TV series set For anyone who wants to spend more time with the Outlander characters and the world they inhabit, Diana Gabaldon here opens a door through the standing stones and offers a guided tour of what lies within.

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Title:The Outlandish Companion
Authors:Diana Gabaldon
Info:Delacorte Press (1999), Edition: First Edition, Hardcover, 608 pages
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Loved it! Diana Gabaldon is so funny and an excellent writer. An indispensable book for true Outlander fans. ( )
  _Marcia_94_ | Sep 21, 2021 |
I've read through this thing several times over, but I don't think I'll ever adjust it to 'read' Too handy.
  skaene | Aug 14, 2021 |
Lots of great information about the first four books in the series as well as the first season of the Starz. Detailed synopses which I think are great if you don't have time to reread each book when a new one comes out and lots of insight from the author as well.
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  wyldheartreads | Jun 20, 2019 |
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People commonly say to me, in time of admiration, "But you write by strong weekends!" This is gratifying, but the simple CT is the matter is that I really don't like weak ones. In other words, Claire is not a competent person because I thought it was my social duty to provide a politically correct role model for young women - I just don't like ninnies and would find it a terrible chore to have to write about one.

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  BoundTogetherForGood | Feb 25, 2018 |
I am reading this book a little at a time, as it was meant to be read. ( )
1 vote Mary6508 | Oct 3, 2017 |
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Fantasy. Fiction. Romance. Historical Fiction. HTML:

#1 New York Times bestselling author Diana Gabaldon has captivated millions of readers with her critically acclaimed Outlander novels, the inspiration for the Starz original series. From the moment Claire Randall stepped through a standing stone circle and was thrown back in time to the year 1743-and into a world that threatens life, limb, loyalty, heart, soul, and everything else Claire has-readers have been hungry to know everything about this world and its inhabitants, particularly a Scottish soldier named Jamie Fraser. In this beautifully illustrated compendium of all things Outlandish, Gabaldon covers the first four novels of the main series, including: - full synopses of Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn - a complete listing of the characters (fictional and historical) in the first four novels in the series, as well as family trees and genealogical notes - a comprehensive glossary and pronunciation guide to Gaelic terms and usage - The Gabaldon Theory of Time Travel, explained - frequently asked questions to the author and her (sometimes surprising) answers - an annotated bibliography - essays about medicine and magic in the eighteenth century, researching historical fiction, creating characters, and more - professionally cast horoscopes for Jamie and Claire - the making of the TV series: how we got there from here, and what happened next (including "My Brief Career as a TV Actor") - behind-the-scenes photos from the Outlander TV series set For anyone who wants to spend more time with the Outlander characters and the world they inhabit, Diana Gabaldon here opens a door through the standing stones and offers a guided tour of what lies within.

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