A Spell for Chameleon

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:novel
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Xanth
gptkbp:adaptation gptkb:None
Not adapted into film
gptkbp:artistic_legacy Foundation for future Xanth novels
gptkbp:author gptkb:Piers_Anthony
gptkbp:awards gptkb:None
gptkbp:book_format Print and e Book
gptkbp:character gptkb:dinosaur
gptkb:Princess_Melody
gptkb:The_Good_Magician
The Evil Magician
Humfrey
gptkbp:character_arc Bink's journey to self-acceptance
gptkbp:character_development Bink's growth throughout the story
gptkbp:character_relationships Bink and Melody's romance
Bink vs. the magicians
gptkbp:conflict Bink's struggle with his lack of magic
gptkbp:covered_by Illustrated cover
gptkbp:critical_reception Positive
gptkbp:cultural_impact Established Xanth series
gptkbp:cultural_references Puns and humor in fantasy
gptkbp:follows Bink's quest
gptkbp:genre gptkb:Magic:_The_Gathering_set
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label A Spell for Chameleon
gptkbp:illustrator gptkb:Drew_Struzan
gptkbp:influence subsequent Xanth novels
gptkbp:influenced_by Classic fantasy literature
gptkbp:inspiration Piers Anthony's experiences
gptkbp:is_critical_for Explores themes of identity and belonging
gptkbp:is_motivated_by Bink's desire for acceptance
gptkbp:is_popular_in Cult following
gptkbp:isbn 978-0-399-11512-0
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:literary_devices Wordplay
gptkbp:main_character gptkb:Bink
gptkbp:motif gptkb:Transformation
gptkbp:narrative_style Humorous
gptkbp:next_edition Hardcover
gptkbp:number_of_books gptkb:tank
gptkbp:page_count 320
gptkbp:plot Bink's search for a place in Xanth
gptkbp:plot_twist Bink discovers his true potential
gptkbp:predecessor gptkb:None
gptkbp:published_by gptkb:1977
gptkbp:published_year gptkb:1977
gptkbp:publisher Putnam
gptkbp:reader_demographic Fantasy readers
Engaging and entertaining
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:The_Source_of_Magic
gptkbp:series gptkb:Xanth_series
gptkb:Xanth
gptkbp:setting gptkb:Xanth
A magical land with puns
gptkbp:significance Launch of the Xanth series
gptkbp:symbolism Magic as a metaphor for personal growth
gptkbp:target_audience Young adult
gptkbp:theme gptkb:Monarch
gptkbp:themes Friendship and loyalty