Dragon Harper: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Dragon Harper by Anne McCaffrey: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

For millions of readers the world over, the name Pern is magical, conjuring up grand vistas of a distant planet whose blue skies are patrolled by brave dragons and their noble riders, a paradise threatened by the periodic fall of deadly Thread. But not all dangers descend from the skies. Now, in their third collaboration, Anne McCaffrey and her son, Todd McCaffrey, spin a tale of a mysterious illness that may succeed in doing what centuries of Threadfall could not: kill every last human on Pern.Life in the Harper Hall is busy for best friends Kindan, Nonala, and Kelsa. As the only female apprentices, Nonala and Kelsa are the butt of jokes and easy targets for the bully Vaxoram and his cronies. But when Kindan springs to Kelsa's defense, he winds up in a fight for his life against the older, bigger Vaxoram--a fight that will lead to a surprising friendship.Meanwhile, in nearby Fort Hold,
Quick facts about Dragon Harper
- Title: Dragon Harper
- Author: Anne McCaffrey
- First published: 1987
- Genre: fiction, science fiction, general, pern (imaginary place), life on other planets
- OpenLibrary ID: OL14912607W
Where to read Dragon Harper
Dragon Harper by Anne McCaffrey is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dragon Harper about?
For millions of readers the world over, the name Pern is magical, conjuring up grand vistas of a distant planet whose blue skies are patrolled by brave dragons and their noble riders, a paradise threatened by the periodic fall of deadly Thread.
Who wrote Dragon Harper?
Dragon Harper was written by Anne McCaffrey.
When was Dragon Harper published?
Dragon Harper was first published in 1987.



