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His Dark Materials Trilogy (The Golden Compass; The Subtle Knife; The Amber Spyglass) | 
 enlarge | Author: Philip Pullman
Publisher: Laurel Leaf
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  1086 reviews
Sales Rank: 710
Format: Box Set
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Young Adult
Number Of Items: 3
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 7.2 x 4.4 x 3.1
ISBN: 0440238609
EAN: 9780440238607
ASIN: 0440238609
Publication Date: September 23, 2003
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Amazon.com Review
In the epic trilogy His Dark Materials, Philip Pullman unlocks the door to worlds parallel to our own. Dæmons and winged creatures live side by side with humans, and a mysterious entity called Dust just might have the power to unite the universes--if it isn't destroyed first. The three books in Pullman's heroic fantasy series, published as mass-market paperbacks with new covers, are united here in one boxed set that includes The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife, and The Amber Spyglass. Join Lyra, Pantalaimon, Will, and the rest as they embark on the most breathtaking, heartbreaking adventure of their lives. The fate of the universe is in their hands. (Ages 13 and older)
Product Description
Now, for the first time, the HIS DARK MATERIALS Trilogy is available in a trade paperback edition. All three books in the His Dark Materials trilogy-- THE GOLDEN COMPASS, THE SUBTLE KNIFE, and THE AMBER SPYGLASS--are available in a new complete boxed set featuring the trade paperbacks. New material is available in all three books: The Golden Compass and The Subtle Knife feature black-and-white chapter-opening art by Philip Pullman himself; The Amber Spyglass features chapter-opening quotes from the likes of Milton, Donne, Blake, Byron and the Bible, which did not appear in hardcover.
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 Great series October 10, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
His Dark Materials is a really good series of books. I've never been much for fantasy, nor have I read a lot of children's books. Harry Potter looks boring, so I've stayed away. My draw to these books started with a an e-mail forward last Christmas, one of those alarmist e-mails trying to convince me to boycott the movie due to its "atheist themes."...I wanted to see what all the controversy was about, what could rile up the e-mail mob.
Pullman's story is fascinating. Yes, his story does challenge authoritarianism and dogma. He does so in a way that not only entertains, but provokes thoughts, forcing the reader to challenge his beliefs on human nature. The story isn't necessarily anti-God, as much as it deconstructs the mythology we've created around the worship of God. This theme isn't in any way heavy handed...the story is also one of two children growing up and developing their own worldview.
Despite all the symbolism and controversy, these are 3 very good books that were fun to read.
Imaginative fantasy October 3, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is one of the most original fantasies I have read in a long time. I found it a good read. The first book is by far the best of the three. However, I think parents should read them first before deciding to give them to their children. These are very dark stories. The first book alone includes murder, attempted murder, kidnapping, torture, and betrayal. It is hard to know who is the good guy, and who is the villain. It is also openly anti-church (not that I had a problem with that, but some people might).
It is interesting that Pullman, an atheist, has written a trilogy that is actually profoundly spiritual. The positive themes (yes, there are some) include friendship, loyalty, honor, cleaning up messes ( both the ones you have made and those of others ), keeping your word, and generally trying to do the right thing. Pullman presents a different concept of "soul" than has previously been explored.
All in all this is a thought-provoking work, and worth the read, but I would say NOT suitable for younger children.
Great books! September 30, 2008
I loved Pullman's "His dark materials" trilogy , that's why I bought it as a gift.
Escape to another world September 16, 2008
Phillip Pullman's Dark Materials Trilogy is nice recreational reading. It helps clear the mine from all the routine stuff that we all face every day.
"His Dark Materials" by Philip Pullman August 31, 2008
The set of books by Philip Pullman arrived in excellent condition in their own display box. Thank you Amazon.com for your wonderful work.
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