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    BornChristopher James Paolini · November 17, 1983 · Los Angeles, California, U.S.
    CitizenshipUnited States · Italy
    OccupationAuthor
    Early life

    Paolini was born in Los Angeles, California, and raised in the area of Paradise Valley, Montana. His family members include his parents, Kenneth Paolini and Talita Hodgkinson, and his younger sister, Angela Paolini. He … See more

    Career

    He started his work on his first novel, Eragon, at the age of 15. This novel would become the first of a four-book series (six, including the spinoffs) set in the mythical land of Alagaësia.
    In 2002, Er… See more

    Influences

    Paolini's literary inspirations include the works of J. R. R. Tolkien and E. R. Eddison, as well as the epic poem Beowulf. Paolini has said that Eragon was "specifically inspired" by Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher, … See more

    Reception

    Paolini's books have topped the charts of The New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestsellers lists.
    The Guinness World Records recognized Christopher Paolini as the "youngest author of a bestsel… See more