Philip Pullman CBE, FRSL is an English writer from Norwich. He is the best-selling author of several books, most notably his trilogy of fantasy novels, *His Dark Materials*, and his fictional biography of Jesus, *The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ*.
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The Amber Spyglass
His Dark Materials #3
Lyra and Will find themselves at the center of a battle between the forces of the Authority and those gathered by Lyra's… Lyra and Will find themselves at the center of a battle between the forces of the Authority and those gathered by Lyra's father, Lord Asriel. With the help from Iorek Byrnison, the armored bear, and two Gallivespian spies, they must journey to a dark world where no living soul has gone. Meanwhile, Dr. Mary Malone builds an amber spyglass as an assassin hunts her down.
Daemon Voices
From the internationally best-selling author of the His Dark Materials trilogy, a spellbinding journey into the secrets… From the internationally best-selling author of the His Dark Materials trilogy, a spellbinding journey into the secrets of his art--the narratives that have shaped his vision, his experience of writing, and the keys to mastering the art of storytelling. One of the most highly acclaimed and best-selling authors of our time now gives us a book that charts the history of his own enchantment with story--from his own books to those of Blake, Milton, Dickens, and the Brothers Grimm, among others--and delves into the role of story in education, religion, and science. At once personal and wide-ranging, Daemon Voices is both a revelation of the writing mind and the methods of a great contemporary master, and a fascinating exploration of storytelling itself.
The Golden Compass
His Dark Materials #1
Lyra Belacqua, a wild orphan living among scholars in an alternate Oxford, cherishes her daemon, Pantalaimon, and the fr… Lyra Belacqua, a wild orphan living among scholars in an alternate Oxford, cherishes her daemon, Pantalaimon, and the freedom of the city rooftops. But when her friend Roger disappears—abducted by mysterious "Gobblers" who are snatching children across England—Lyra is drawn into a chilling conspiracy involving a powerful, oppressive Church and the enigmatic substance known as Dust. Armed with a unique truth-telling device and accompanied by strange allies, Lyra must journey to the frozen North, risking everything to rescue her friend and uncover the terrifying secrets that could reshape not just her world, but all worlds.
The Subtle Knife
His Dark Materials #2
Will Parry, on the run after a tragic accident, stumbles into a strange, empty city where he meets Lyra, a girl from ano… Will Parry, on the run after a tragic accident, stumbles into a strange, empty city where he meets Lyra, a girl from another world searching for answers about a mysterious particle called Dust. Drawn together by fate, they embark on a dangerous quest for a legendary artifact: a magical knife rumored to cut through anything, even the fabric between dimensions. As powerful forces from multiple worlds converge on them, both seeking to control the knife for their own ends, Will and Lyra must evade capture and uncover the truth before their separate quests unravel the very existence of all worlds.
Shadow in the North
Sally Lockhart
In 1878 in London, Sally, now twenty-two and established in her own business, and her companions Frederick and Jim try t… In 1878 in London, Sally, now twenty-two and established in her own business, and her companions Frederick and Jim try to solve the mystery surrounding the unexpected collapse of a shipping firm and its ties to a sinister corporation called North Star.
The Amber Spyglass
His Dark Materials
The unforgettable His Dark Materials trilogy that began with The Golden Compass and continued with The Subtle Knife, rea… The unforgettable His Dark Materials trilogy that began with The Golden Compass and continued with The Subtle Knife, reaches its astonishing conclusion in The Amber Spyglass. These modern fantasy classics have been hailed by Entertainment Weekly as an "All-Time Greatest Novel" and Newsweek as a "Top 100 Book of All Time" Throughout the worlds, the forces of both heaven and hell are mustering to take part in Lord Asriel's audacious rebellion. Each player in this epic drama has a role to play—and a sacrifice to make. Witches, angels, spies, assassins, tempters, and pretenders, no one will remain unscathed. Lyra and Will have the most dangerous task of all. They must journey to a gray-lit world where no living soul has ever gone and from which there is no escape. As war rages and Dust drains from the sky, the fate of the living—and the dead—comes to depend on Lyra and Will. On the choices they make in love, and for love, forevermore. A #1 New York Times Bestseller Winner of the Whitbread Award Winner of the British Book Award (Children's) Published in 40 Countries "Masterful.... This title confirms Pullman's inclusion in the company of C.S. Lewis and Tolkien." —Smithsonian Magazine "Pullman has created the last great fantasy masterpiece of the twentieth century. An astounding achievement." —The Cincinnati Enquirer "War, politics, magic, science, individual lives and cosmic destinies are all here . . . shaped and assembled into a narrative of tremendous pace by a man with a generous, precise intelligence. I am completely enchanted." —The New York Times Book Review "Breathtaking adventure . . . a terrific story, eloquently told." —The Boston Globe Don't miss Philip Pullman's epic new trilogy set in the world of His Dark Materials! ** THE BOOK OF DUST ** La Belle Sauvage The Secret Commonwealth
Spring-Heeled Jack
Trapped in a grim London workhouse, three orphaned children embark on a desperate escape into the city's perilous, gasli… Trapped in a grim London workhouse, three orphaned children embark on a desperate escape into the city's perilous, gaslit streets. Their quest for freedom and the father they barely remember leads them through a dangerous underworld, where sinister forces lurk in every shadow. Just as hope dwindles, a mysterious, legendary figure known as Spring-Heeled Jack emerges to protect the innocent. Now, the children's survival and the chance to forge their own destiny depend on this enigmatic guardian of the night.
Northern Lights
His Dark Materials #1
Lyra Belacqua, a spirited orphan from Oxford, lives in a world where human souls exist as animal companions called daemo… Lyra Belacqua, a spirited orphan from Oxford, lives in a world where human souls exist as animal companions called daemons. When children begin to disappear, including her best friend, Lyra sets off on a dangerous quest to the frozen North, armed only with her wits and a mysterious, truth-telling device. There, she uncovers a terrifying conspiracy: powerful forces are experimenting with stolen souls, threatening to unravel the fabric of existence itself. Lyra's journey to rescue the lost plunges her into a cosmic battle that spans dimensions, where the fate of all worlds hangs in the balance.
The Golden Compass
His Dark Materials
Orphan Lyra Belacqua lives a wild, unsupervised life among the scholars of Oxford, until her world is upended by the dis… Orphan Lyra Belacqua lives a wild, unsupervised life among the scholars of Oxford, until her world is upended by the disappearance of local children, including her best friend Roger. Armed with a mysterious truth-telling device and accompanied by her daemon, Pantalaimon, Lyra embarks on a perilous quest to the frozen North. There, she must navigate a world of warring clans and powerful institutions to uncover the dark secrets behind the abductions and the true nature of a dangerous, unseen force known as Dust, a journey that will challenge everything she knows and determine the fate of those she holds dear.
I Was a Rat!
Sally Lockhart
“I Was a Rat!” So insists a scruffy boy named Roger. Maybe it’s true. But what is he now? A terrifying monster running w… “I Was a Rat!” So insists a scruffy boy named Roger. Maybe it’s true. But what is he now? A terrifying monster running wild in the sewers? The Daily Scourge is sure of it. A victim of “Rodent Delusion”? The hospital nurse says yes. A lucrative fairground freak? He is to Mr. Tapscrew. A champion wriggler and a budding thief? That’s what Billy thinks. Or just an ordinary small boy, though a little ratty in his habits? Only three people believe this version of the story. And it may take a royal intervention—and a bit of magic—to convince the rest of the world. Set against the backdrop of a Royal Wedding—and a playful parody of the press, I Was a Rat! is a magical weaving of humor, fairy tale, and adventure.
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