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Synopsis
The eagerly awaited second volume in the graphic novel adaptation of Philip Pullman s international bestseller "The Golden Compass."
This second volume of the graphic novel finds Lyra in the far North. With the help of Gyptian fighters, newfound witch allies, and the armored bear Iorek Byrnison, she means to rescue the children held captive by the notorious Gobblers.
The stunning full-color art offers both new and returning readers a chance to experience the story of Lyra, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary role to play in the fates of multiple worlds, in an entirely unique way.
Published in 50 countries with over 22 million copies sold, "The Golden Compass, " "The Subtle Knife, " and" The Amber Spyglass "are renowned for their engrossing storytelling and epic scope. These modern classics are must-reads for every book lover.
Praise for "The Golden Compass Graphic Novel, vol. 1: "
The story s signature fantasies the daemons, the armored mercenary polar bears, and the alethiometer are realized with compelling force (and, in the case of the daemons, humor). [This] retelling will bring Pullman s work new fans and give previous readers new pleasure. "Publishers Weekly, " Starred
Whether this is a reader s first experience with the tale or they are already familiar with the story, they should be delighted by this rendition. "School Library Journal"
The small and detailed but very clear panels are full of expressive faces, discernible action, and moody shadowing. Readers familiar with Pullman s novel will appreciate this artistic adaptation, as will readers who simply prefer graphic novels to prose. "Booklist""
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"Dreamy watercolors organized into neatly ordered panels lend themselves well to the fantastical setting, creating a sense of sweeping cinematic scope. Pullman's original magnum opus is heady and dense, and it may prove challenging for some; this adaptation, with its visual accessibility, can help those struggling with the novel's complexity achieve an understanding without watering down the intricacies."--Kirkus Reviews
"This exciting second volume of Pullman's saga lives up to the promise of the first."--School Library Journal
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-Dreamy watercolors organized into neatly ordered panels lend themselves well to the fantastical setting, creating a sense of sweeping cinematic scope. Pullman's original magnum opus is heady and dense, and it may prove challenging for some; this adaptation, with its visual accessibility, can help those struggling with the novel's complexity achieve an understanding without watering down the intricacies.---Kirkus Reviews
-This exciting second volume of Pullman's saga lives up to the promise of the first.---School Library Journal
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About the Author
Philip Pullman has won many distinguished prizes, including the Carnegie Medal for "The Golden Compass" (and the reader-voted Carnegie of Carnegies for the best children s book of the past seventy years); the Whitbread (now Costa) Award for "The Amber Spyglass;" a Booker Prize long-list nomination ("The Amber Spyglass"); Parents Choice Gold Awards ("The Subtle Knife" and "The Amber Spyglass"); and the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, in honor of his body of work. In 2004, he was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire.
Philip Pullman is the author of many books for young readers, including two volumes related to the His Dark Materials trilogy: "Lyra s Oxford" and "Once Upon a Time in the North." He lives in Oxford, England. To learn more, please visit philip-pullman.com and hisdarkmaterials.com.
Clement Oubrerie has over forty children s books to his credit and is a co-founder of the 3-D animation studio, Station OMD."
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The Golden Compass Graphic Novel, Volume 2 (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)
Seller: Fables Books, Goshen, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: good. A former library book in library binding with all the expected stamps, stickers and markings. Excellent condition for a former library book. Some shelf, storage or usage wear present. The binding is tight and all pages are present. Does not appear to have come with a dustjacket originally. The pages appear unmarked. Pictures available upon request. Individually inspected by Shadow. Thanks for supporting an independent bookseller! Seller Inventory # FBV.060639348X.G
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