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The Golden Compass: Lyra's world (Reader Level 3)
There are worlds beyond our own--the Compass will show the way . . .Created especially with younger readers in mind, this book will use simple words and basic sentence structure to introduce the characters of the story.
Paperback, 32 pages
Published
November 1st 2007
by Scholastic Inc.
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Brilliant ending to the series. Pullman managed to keep the plot and characters mysterious right to the end, while creating a story to challenge the heavens themselves. Its clear that he has an atheist agenda, but I knew that going in and so wasn't concerned about it. Still, he creates some remarkably theological constructs, such as a universal awareness, the concept of our awareness joining global awareness after death, and the idea of a soul or spirit for every person. Nonetheless, he trie...more
Initially I read this because of all the "book burning hate e-mail" I received. (in my opinion the the best advertisement EVER) But it turned out to be one of the best scifi/fantasy books I've ever read. Very well written, gripping, and good triumphs over evil. Its also a good commentary (intended or not) on religion vs. spirituality and good ol' common sense. But even if you're not into that, its just a fun, fun, read. Go for it!
A "kids" story built subtly around the many-worlds-interpretation of quantum mechanics. If you like Madeline L'Engle this will be right up your alley. Great blend of the simple style and rich imagination I love in kids books with a more sinister, haunting, creepy, and sometimes violent twist. Can't wait to finish #2.
This author is really creative in that he created his own fantasy world all by himself. Not only that, in his world, there are multiple worlds within it so that is mad intense. I guess i like this book becasue it is so creative.
omg
i cant believe none of u have read this book
it has the wonders of the world and a lay of fantasy
but as the character my name shall be Lyra only when i win!
i cant believe none of u have read this book
it has the wonders of the world and a lay of fantasy
but as the character my name shall be Lyra only when i win!
Interesting read.
"Keep your friends close and your enemies closer." Sun-tzu
Chinese general & military strategist (~400 BC)
"Keep your friends close and your enemies closer." Sun-tzu
Chinese general & military strategist (~400 BC)
Really fun, fast read. I had a hard time putting this one down.
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Editor-turned-author Kay Woodward has written many successful books for children including her novel Jane Airhead, the Flower Fairies series and Magical World series. She's also written film and TV tie-ins including The Golden Compass, Happy Feet, Robin Hood and Shoebox Zoo, plus non-fiction titles and joke books. Kay lives in Hampshire with her husband and her little girl, and writes from her off...more
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