Ifflepinn Island -A read-aloud fantasy in the Hobbit-and-Narnia genre: for green-growing children and evergreen adults. A true enchantment!: A tale to ... green-growing children and evergreen adults - Softcover

Muz Murray

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1782010521 ISBN 13: 9781782010524

Publisher: Evertype, 2014

Synopsis

Our hero Iffleplum is no ordinary ifflepinn. He dreams of dashing deeds and derring-do and saving damsels in distress. But on finding himself entrapped in a faery mushroom ring and menaced by the shambling shadow-creatures known as Gropes, he thinks again-too late! -- "Don't throw your heart away on wild deeds," his Iffle-mother Mumkin had warned him. But alas! when his wild wishes suddenly come true, in fearful shock, the spirit of his heart flies out as he is whisked away on a terrifying and unexpected trip! Left a wanderer with an empty heart, his search to find its elfin-spirit once again plunges him into the worlds of Half-Elves, Wise-Arks, Men and Goblins, Trolls and Ogres, and more fantastical adventures than he ever dreamed... -

A book that appeals to all ages:

Children from 6 to 10 years old love to have it read to them, enjoying the lilting poetry of the language. Even teenagers are enchanted by its magic and the secret teachings about life, and adults never tire of reading it aloud. 

Says one reviewer:

"There are passages resembling elements from C.S Lewis chronicles, and Tolkien and Tolstoy epic masterpieces. It is a creation that becomes part of your life, which you want to hear more of, but do not want to end. A fantasy book for all ages, with many pointers for our daily perception on life. I would recommend it to children and adults alike.” —Bobby Black (age 56)

What readers are saying:

.  “Ifflepinn Island is one of the best books I've ever had the pleasure to read and own. I cannot put into words what an exciting and exhilarating story this is. The whole thing is unique from start to finish, you will not be disappointed. i find it hard to believe that this amazing work hasn't yet been made into an epic film although I'm sure it will be given time, as it’s that good. I would recommend you read this book whether you are an adult or not; it matters not as it will enthral you all. This really is a must have book. Get it while you can.”—Thomas Field

.  “Ifflepinn Island is a joy; heart-warming, exciting, page turning, thought provoking, believable and lovable. You can’t wait to find out what the next chapter will have in store, but at the same time you don’t want it to end—fabulous!” —Karina Stewart  
                                                                                                                
.  “I would class it in the genre of ‘Moomintroll meets the Hobbit, somewhere way beyond the far side of Narnia’. I love the unique style of the writing!” —Hannah Greenwood

. “I have given this book five stars because of its authenticity and ability to transport the reader into a world of sheer wonderment.” —Mae
                                                                                                                        
.  This is a must read for children and adults alike, and the illustrations are amazing! ...This is not just a book... it is a story that will remain in a special place in your heart forever.  —Evelyn Rock    
                                                                                                        
. “A work of incredible imagination! It merits being considered as a new classic of literature. All accolades to the author!!!” —Marianne Drommer      
                                                                                                 
.  “Absolutely loved the video of you telling the story, and book,...... there are no words to describe this much needed book of yours,...absolutely heart warming,...beautiful, magical ethereal....perfection!!! Thank you so much, I will be sharing this all over, pure genius, and a masterpiece!!” —Mythos (Amazon reviewer)

Don’t miss out on a lifetime of enchantment—get your copy now!                                   

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Review

"Ifflepinn Island is one of the best books I've ever had the pleasure to read and own. I cannot put into words what an exciting and exhilarating story this is. The whole thing is unique from start to finish, you will not be disappointed. i find it hard to believe that this amazing work hasn't yet been made into an epic film although I'm sure it will be given time, as it's that good. I would recommend you read this book whether you are an adult or not; it matters not as it will enthral you all. This really is a must have book. Get it while you can."-Thomas Field

"Ifflepinn Island is a joy; heart-warming, exciting, page turning, thought provoking, believable and lovable. You can't wait to find out what the next chapter will have in store, but at the same time you don't want it to end-fabulous!" -Karina Stewart

"I would class it in the genre of 'Moomintroll meets the Hobbit, somewhere way beyond the far side of Narnia'. I love the unique style of the writing!" -Hannah Greenwood

"I have given this book five stars because of its authenticity and ability to transport the reader into a world of sheer wonderment." -Mae

This is a must read for children and adults alike, and the illustrations are amazing! ...This is not just a book... it is a story that will remain in a special place in your heart forever. -Evelyn Rock

"A work of incredible imagination! It merits being considered as a new classic of literature. All accolades to the author!!!" -Marianne Drommer

"Absolutely loved the video of you telling the story, and book,...... there are no words to describe this much needed book of yours,...absolutely heart warming,...beautiful, magical ethereal....perfection!!! Thank you so much, I will be sharing this all over, pure genius, and a masterpiece!!" -Mythos (Amazon reviewer)

About the Author

This extraordinary and poetical tale took 60-years in the writing. As the author lived with the book and the characters for all those years—just as Tolkien did when writing Lord of the Rings—it is one of the reasons why readers are carried away into its magically crafted otherworldly atmosphere. The publishers believe that this book will have the enduring classic quality of The Wizard of Oz.

The story basically cultivates the message to “always follow one’s heart.” But it covers many other aspects to stimulate a child’s imagination. Sprinkled seamlessly throughout the narrative in the midst of the adventures are insights regarding life and the after death state, and the effects of thoughts, feelings and desires in other planes of existence. It also touches on meditation, timelessness, karma, Out-of-the-Body Experience, ecology and environmental issues, nature spirits, self-identity, vegetarianism, freedom from fear and a sense of the deep mystical secrets of life.

All these concepts are subtly explained in the simplest terms as part of the story, without mentioning any of them by their usual names. Thereby children unconsciously absorb the positive attitudes of selfless sharing, friendship and harmony with others, while learning to be happy with who they are, along with the hero, Iffleplum, on his journey of self-discovery!

About this edition

• Publisher: Evertype
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1782010521
• ISBN 13: 9781782010524
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 408
• Illustrator: Muz Murray