The first book in The Inheritance Cycle. When poor farm boy Eragon finds a
polished stone in the forest, he thinks it's a lucky discovery. Perhaps, he will
be able to buy his family food for the winter. But, when a baby dragon hatches
out of the stone, Eragon realises he's stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as
the Empire itself. His simple life is shattered, and he's thrust into a perilous
new world of destiny, magic and power. To navigate this dark terrain, and
survive his cruel king's evil ways, he must take up the mantle of the legendary
Dragon Riders. Will he succeed? The fate of the Empire rests in his hands. . .