The Dark Is Rising (The Dark Is Rising Sequence) [UNABRIDGED]
by SUSAN COOPER, ALEX JENNINGS
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"When the Dark comes rising, six shall turn it back,
Three from the circle, three from the track;
Wood, bronze, iron; water, fire, stone;
Five will return, and one go alone."

With these mysterious words, Will Stanton discovers on his 11thbirthday that he is no mere boy. He is the Sign-Seeker, last of the immortal Old Ones, destined to battle the powers of evil that trouble the land. His task is monumental: he must find and guard the six great Signs of the Light, which, when joined, will create a force strong enough to match and perhaps overcome that of the Dark. Embarking on this endeavor is dangerous as well as deeply rewarding; Will must work within a continuum of time and space much broader than he ever imagined.

Susan Cooper, in her five-title Dark Is Rising sequence, creates a world where the conflict between good and evil reaches epic proportions. She ranks with C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien in her ability to deliver a moral vision in the context of breathtaking adventure. No one can stop at just one of her thrilling fantasy novels. Among many other prestigious awards, The Dark Is Rising is a Newbery Honor Book and a Carnegie Medal Honor Book. (Ages 8 and older) --Emilie Coulter ... Read more

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Dark vs. Light
Will Stanton, an ordinary ten years old child is about to experience a whole new world as his eleventh birthday, as well as Christmas, approaches. Will is about to determine the victor of a long war between the dark and the light.

Only a day before, Will knew himself as an ordinary kid about to turn into eleven the next day. But on his eleventh birthday, Will discovers that he isn't just an ordinary kid, but the last one of the Old Ones. As he is one of the Old Ones, Will is also a wise and powerful immortal who has the ability to jump through time. Not only is he one of the Old Ones, Will is also the sign-seeker. As a sign-seeker, Will faces one of the hardest quest ever needed to be achieved, that is to find all the six signs of light before the 15th day of Christmas when the evil force of the Dark is finally ready to strike. As Will seeks for the six signs, the Lord of the Dark, or the Dark Rider, hunts him down and attempts many times to stop Will from achieving his goal. However, Will overcomes the Dark Rider's attacks and gathers all the six signs that eventually force the force of the Dark to retreat.

I think this is a good book and will be enjoyed greatly by young teenagers who like fantasy and science fiction books. I especially liked the ideas "The Dark against the Light," and "the immortals that decides the fate of the long war between the Dark and the Light." However, I don't think this book isn't a very entertaining book because it doesn't have enough conflicts and even if there is a conflict, the risk taken in the conflict isn't great enough to get the readers agitated.

Could have gotten 5 stars...so close!!
I definitely enjoyed the story, especially the idea around the immortals and the dark...but I never once felt the boy was in any grave danger.Either through the help of someone else, or timing or coincidence, he managed to escape and win.There were a couple of creepy, dreadful moments that I enjoyed, and the writing was for the most part very vivid and descriptive.While I understand this was written for kids, I think Ms. Cooper could have written a deeper story, which maybe she has done with the other novels in the story...I'll check em all out!!

Not everyone likes it
With all these 5-star reviews, I expected this to be an incredible book. I love all the other authors that this has been compared to - Tolkien, JK Rowling, CS Lewis. But I really didn't like this book.

For one thing, everything worked out too nicely. No one got hurt, nothing went wrong. Will found every sign so easily, Merriman and the elders always turned up to save the day...

I also though the setting was a little odd, and under developed. In the Narnia books, for example, I get a wonderful sense of where the children live before they enter the magical world of Narnia. In this book though, it's like the setting was just thrown down. English village, farm, church, dark alley, done.

I didn't like any of the characters either, they were all so flat. No one seemed to have feelings. Will has 3 emotions: indifferent, confused, and scared. In the Harry Potter books, you understand the full spectrum of emotions that Harry has - he laughs, he crys, he gets frustrated, upset, happy, confused. You actually feel for Harry. I really didn't care about Will.

The whole thing felt like one of those disturbing dreams, where you can't open your eyes fully, and everything is dark and hard to see. I understand that this book is about the rise of darkness on the land, but it could have been so much better. Lord of the Rings for example, is about darkness taking over the world too. But such imagery, such beauty - even when writing about Frodo and Sam in the darkness of Mordor.

Perhaps the other books in this series are better, but I'm not in a hurry to find out. I'll stick with other fantasy books, thanks. ... Read more

Isbn: 080728274X
Subjects:  1. Audio - Children's Classics    2. Audio: Juvenile    3. Audiobooks    4. Children's audiobooks    5. Classics    6. Fantasy    7. Juvenile Fiction    8. Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic    9. Juvenile Fiction / General   

The Subtle Knife (His Dark Materials, Book 2)
by PHILIP PULLMAN
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With The Golden Compass Philip Pullman garnered every accolade under the sun. Critics lobbed around such superlatives as "elegant," "awe-inspiring," "grand," and "glittering," and used "magnificent" with gay abandon. Each reader had a favorite chapter--or, more likely, several--from the opening tour de force to Lyra's close call at Bolvangar to the great armored-bear battle. And Pullman was no less profligate when it came to intellectual firepower or singular characters. The dæmons alone grant him a place in world literature. Could the second installment of his trilogy keep up this pitch, or had his heroine and her too, too sullied parents consumed him? And what of the belief system that pervaded his alternate universe, not to mention the mystery of Dust? More revelations and an equal number of wonders and new players were definitely in order.

The Subtle Knife offers everything we could have wished for, and more.For a start, there's a young hero--from our world--who is a match for Lyra Silvertongue and whose destiny is every bit as shattering. Like Lyra, Will Parry has spent his childhood playing games. Unlike hers, though, his have been deadly serious. This 12-year-old long ago learned the art of invisibility: if he could erase himself, no one would discover his mother's increasing instability and separate them.

As the novel opens, Will's enemies will do anything for information about his missing father, a soldier and Arctic explorer who has been very much airbrushed from the official picture. Now Will must get his mother into safe seclusion and make his way toward Oxford, which may hold the key to John Parry's disappearance. But en route and on the lam from both the police and his family's tormentors, he comes upon a cat with more than a mouse on her mind: "She reached out a paw to pat something in the air in front of her, something quite invisible to Will." What seems to him a patch of everyday Oxford conceals far more: "The cat stepped forward and vanished." Will, too, scrambles through and into another oddly deserted landscape--one in which children rule and adults (and felines) are very much at risk. Here in this deathly silent city by the sea, he will soon have a dustup with a fierce, flinty little girl: "Her expression was a mixture of the very young--when she first tasted the cola--and a kind of deep, sad wariness." Soon Will and Lyra (and, of course, her dæmon, Pantalaimon) uneasily embark on a great adventure and head into greater tragedy.

As Pullman moves between his young warriors and the witch Serafina Pekkala, the magnetic, ever-manipulative Mrs. Coulter, and Lee Scoresby and his hare dæmon, Hester, there are clear signs of approaching war and earthly chaos. There are new faces as well. The author introduces Oxford dark-matter researcher Mary Malone; the Latvian witch queen Ruta Skadi, who "had trafficked with spirits, and it showed"; Stanislaus Grumman, a shaman in search of a weapon crucial to the cause of Lord Asriel, Lyra's father; and a serpentine old man whom Lyra and Pan can't quite place. Also on hand are the Specters, beings that make cliff-ghasts look like rank amateurs.

Throughout, Pullman is in absolute control of his several worlds, his plot and pace equal to his inspiration. Any number of astonishing scenes--small- and large-scale--will have readers on edge, and many are cause for tears. "You think things have to be possible," Will demands. "Things have to be true!" It is Philip Pullman's gift to turn what quotidian minds would term the impossible into a reality that is both heartbreaking and beautiful. --Kerry Fried ... Read more

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Keep moving...nothing to see here..
Hope the movie goes well and the happy meal Lyra doll too.

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The Subtle Knife Book Review

The Subtle Knife was a very interesting book, which was based in different fantasy worlds that the author, Philip Pullman, has created.It tells the story of a young man who is trying to find his father with the help of his best friend, Lyra.
The main character, Will Parry, is forced to protect his house when two men come looking for his mother for information about his missing father.It is at this point that Will decides he must go out and look for his father.
Will accidentally murders a victim that is breaking into his house and is forced to run away to keep from being caught.This is where he finds a "window" that allows him to enter a world that is different from his own.He meets a very important girl in this world and travels with her throughout the rest of the book through the good and the bad.They come to have a great relationship together and at the end of the book, they have much trust and love towards each other.
A reviewer on Amazon said this about the book, "I loved this book.I loved the addition of Will, and the beautiful friendship he and Lyra develop.I thought the action never let up for a second, and had no idea where it was headed."This is a very accurate comment on the book because it has many thrills the whole way and it really can teach you something about a relationship.
Will and Lyra spend time during the rest of the book trying to find out a way to find Will his father, despite the fact that they don't have any clue who or where he may be.Though this book may seem more childish to people because of the magic involved and the use of "different worlds," a reader on Amazon had this to say about it."The only thing that's misleading about the book is its' reading level.The cover art makes you think you're about to read something lightweight and sugary. A fairy tale to share with the kids. It's not!He's constantly making you question who's bad and who's good."
The Subtle Knife was an interesting and well-written book that I would recommend to readers of the high school level who have a good vocabulary understanding, as the reviewer pointed out.Though the book is hard to understand and grasp, it is worth every bit of it.Another reviewer from Amazon who has read The Subtle Knife said, "This book will both horrify and delight you. If you want a challenge read The Subtle Knife."Not only is the book very exciting and seeking, but it does throw some moments at you where you feel bad for the characters or nervous for them, just like the reviewer said.
This books shows how the use of a fantasy world can be used to the author's advantage by creating a book out of the ordinary.It shows a lesson in how you should not give up on your dreams.It shows that if you are willing and determined, nothing should be able to stop you from doing what you truly believe in, as Will shows us throughout this incredible and thrill seeking adventure!

even better than the golden compass
this is 1 book u can read over. and over. a great great story, keeps th pages turning. also made me think. what would it be like to find othr worlds. would it be scary. would u want to come back. would yu die. i will read this many time. ... Read more

Isbn: 0807281859
Subjects:  1. Action & Adventure    2. Audio - Children's - Young Adult    3. Audio: Juvenile    4. Audiobooks    5. Children's audiobooks    6. Fantasy    7. Juvenile Fiction    8. Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic    9. Juvenile Fiction / General   

Bud, Not Buddy
by CHRISTOPHER PAUL CURTIS, JAMES AVERY
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"It's funny how ideas are, in a lot of ways they're just like seeds. Both of them start real, real small and then... woop, zoop, sloop... before you can say Jack Robinson, they've gone and grown a lot bigger than you ever thought they could." So figures scrappy 10-year-old philosopher Bud--"not Buddy"--Caldwell, an orphan on the run from abusive foster homes and Hoovervilles in 1930s Michigan. And the idea that's planted itself in his head is that Herman E. Calloway, standup-bass player for the Dusky Devastators of the Depression, is his father.

Guided only by a flier for one of Calloway's shows--a small, blue poster that had mysteriously upset his mother shortly before she died--Bud sets off to track down his supposed dad, a man he's never laid eyes on. And, being 10, Bud-not-Buddy gets into all sorts of trouble along the way, barely escaping a monster-infested woodshed, stealing a vampire's car, and even getting tricked into "busting slob with a real live girl." Christopher Paul Curtis, author ofThe Watsons Go to Birmingham--1963, once again exhibits his skill for capturing the language and feel of an era and creates an authentic, touching, often hilarious voice in little Bud. (Ages 8 to 12) --Paul Hughes ... Read more

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A book you can relate to
Very emotional journey for a small boy. It was intriging how this character viewed the world.The plot was very exciting and I saw a lot of myself in the way Buddy saw how people didn't always think in overcomming stereotypes.=)

Uh its OK
It's an ok book to pass the time away, but if your teacher makes you read it and makes you write a review for a grade the it is a GREAT BOOK!!!!!!!!!! If you have read every other book you might as well read this one. But I wouldn't recommend it to any one younger than 7! ... Read more

Isbn: 0553526758
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Book 1, Audio)
by J.K. ROWLING, JIM DALE
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Say you've spent the first 10 years of your life sleeping under thestairs of a family who loathes you. Then, in an absurd, magical twist of fate you find yourself surrounded by wizards, a caged snowy owl, a phoenix-feather wand, and jellybeans that come in every flavor, including strawberry, curry, grass, and sardine. Not only that, but you discover that you are a wizard yourself! This is exactly what happens to young Harry Potter in J.K. Rowling's enchanting, funny debut novel, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. In the nonmagic human world--the world of "Muggles"--Harry is a nobody, treated like dirt by the aunt and uncle who begrudgingly inherited him when his parents were killed by the evil Voldemort. But in the world of wizards, small, skinny Harry is famous as a survivor of the wizard who tried to kill him. He is left only with a lightning-bolt scar on his forehead, curiously refined sensibilities, and a host of mysterious powers to remind him that he's quite, yes, altogether different from his aunt, uncle, and spoiled, piglike cousin Dudley.

A mysterious letter, delivered by the friendly giant Hagrid, wrenches Harry from his dreary, Muggle-ridden existence: "We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry." Of course, Uncle Vernon yells most unpleasantly, "I AM NOT PAYING FOR SOME CRACKPOT OLD FOOL TO TEACH HIM MAGIC TRICKS!" Soon enough, however, Harry finds himself at Hogwarts with his owl Hedwig... and that's where the real adventure--humorous, haunting, and suspenseful--begins. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, first published in England as Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, continues to win major awards in England. So far it has won the National Book Award, the Smarties Prize, the Children's Book Award, and is short-listed for the Carnegie Medal, the U.K. version of the Newbery Medal. This magical, gripping, brilliant book--a future classic to be sure--will leave kids clamoring for Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets andHarry Potter and thePrisoner of Azkaban. (Ages 8 to 13) --Karin Snelson ... Read more

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I swore I would never read this book, and I was wrong!!!
There was a certain time in my life, when I completely despised Harry Potter books.My 25 year old sister (23 at the time) told me they were so good, but that still didn't change my mind.She even took me to go see the Chamber of Secrets when it was in theatres, and I still didn't like it too much.When I chose to read this book as a part of an English 12 project, it was awesome.
The characterization that J.K Rowlings uses, especially with Snape, it almost makes YOU hate him as much as Harry does!I also noticed that in the other books, it stays the same, but it's remarkable how she characterizes Professor Dolores Umbridge in Book Five, Order of the Phoenix.Again, it makes you absolutely DESPISE her!The theme is focused on the world of wizardy and witchcraft for most of the books, shifting rarely to the Muggle world.There aren't that many symbols in the book, other than the Invisiblity cloak and the Mirror of Erised.The cloak, which Harry recieves on Christmas by Dumbeldore, however unknown at the time, used to belong to James Potter, Harry's father.Dumbeldore later tells him that James gave it to him right before he died, and Dumbeldore passed it on to Harry.It symbolizes a father's legacy to his son, and also symbolizes both of their rebellious behaviors by using it to sneak around.The Mirror symbolizes Harry's greatest desires, beacuase whenever he looks in it, he sees his parents.The setting of the story begins at Four Privet Drive, in London, England.But most of the story takes place in Hogwarts, the school of Witchcraft and Wizardry.The plot, I would LOVE to explain, but I don't want to spoil it for all of you who haven't read it.Personally, though, I think it has an OUTSTANDING plot line!I hope you enjoy it!

A Classic Start
This is an excellent begining to a wonderful series with the makings of a classic.

Mystical, Imaginative, Magical!
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is a great book by J.K. Rowling. I could not stop thinking of this book for the whole time I was reading it. I read this 309-page book in one week and loved every second of it. The plot of this book is very interesting. A boy, Harry Potter, is left on the doorstep of his Aunt and Uncle's house that are very normal and like being normal. They keep Harry in a cupboard under the stairs at night and make him work during the day. One day, a letter comes for Harry. This letter asks Harry to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry goes and learns of a whole other world. He learns to fly a broom, becomes the quidditch seeker, and much more. Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger are Harry's best friends and Draco Malfoy is Harry's enemy in school. He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named is Harry's biggest enemy that wishes Harry dead. Harry and his friends as well as all the people at Hotwarts learn much magic. The author puts many unexpected twists into the book. For instance, Rowling makes you believe that one character has problems, but is a good teacher, but this character doesn't have any problems once so ever and is actually helping Harry's biggest enemy. This was what was compelling about it, because I never knew what was going to happen next. Harry Potter is very unique because no one has really done anything like it before. It has captured readers by surprise at how good it is. It shows a new side of fantasy writing and opens up doors for other writers as well. ... Read more

Isbn: 0807281751
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Book of Greek Myths
by Ingri Parin D'Aulaires, Edgar Parin D'Aulaires, Paul Newman, Kathleen Turner, Sidney Poitier, Matthew Broderick
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No education is complete without a large slice of Greek mythology. And there's no better way of meeting that literary quota than with the D'Aulaires' book. All the great gods and goddesses of ancient Greece are depicted in this big, beautiful classic, lovingly illustrated and skillfully told. Young readers will be dazzled by mighty Zeus, lord of the universe; stirred by elegant Athena, goddess of wisdom; intimidated by powerful Hera, queen of Olympus; and chilled by moody Poseidon, ruler of the sea. These often impetuous immortals flounce and frolic, get indiscreet, and get even. From petty squabbles to heroic deeds, their actions cover the range of godly--and mortal--personalities.

The D'Aulaires' illustrations have a memorable quality: once pored over, they will never leave the minds of the viewer. Decades later, the name Gaea will still evoke the soft green picture of lovely Mother Earth, her body hills and valleys and her eyes blue lakes reflecting the stars of her husband, Uranus the sky. No child is too young to appreciate the myths that have built the foundation for much of the world's art and literature over the centuries.This introduction to mythology is a treasure. (Ages 10 to adult) --Emilie Coulter ... Read more

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A favorite
This was one of my favorite books as a child, and now it's one of my child's favorite books. It's a fairly complete overview of Greek mythology, with simple pictures that we love. I had fun reading this to my son (he's six) and he loved listening to it. I fully expect that as he grows into a more capable reader, this is a book he'll be coming back to again and again...just as I did when I was his age. For an intro to Greek mythology, you can't top this book.

Greek Myths Book Review
Do you want to learn about Athena? Or Artemis? Or Hermes? Or maybe you want to read about the mighty Zeus himself. Whoever you choose, they will be in this book. I first learned abount this book in school where we read about the major gods and goddess. After we had to return them, I ordered the book online so I could read more. This book is AMAZING!!! It was so easy to read that little kids could read and comprehend it, yet so complex that it was fascinating for older students as well. I give this 5 stars, but it deserves more.

this book is awooooosome!!!!!!
this is a great book that has a ton of info in it. it has everything you would want about thegreeks. i love just reading it. and it came in handy when i did my project ... Read more

Isbn: 1885608144
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The Roald Dahl Audio Collection
by Roald Dahl
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Supurb!
These are absolutely wonderful stories told by a fabulous storyteller: the author.Who else could express the works better?Mr. Dahl has such a soothing voice that my family often listens to these tapes at bedtime and gently drift to sleep.I have two daughters, 7 and 3 years old.We highly recommend these tapes.

A listening treat for young and old alike
I am glad to have the chance to listen to Dahlinterpretating his own stories. Dahl's controlled yet effective narative gave his own writing a new lease in life ... Read more

Isbn: 1559944994
Sales Rank: 207900
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The Best of Winnie-the-Pooh (A Gift Book and CD)
by A. A. Milne, Ernest H. Shepard, Charles Kuralt
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The Best of Winnie-the-Pooh gift set includes an hour-long audio CD and a beautifully illustrated hardcover book, tidily packaged in a colorful storage box. Capturing that kind, cracking Pooh voice we all know and love, the late roving journalist Charles Kuralt invites Pooh fans of all ages on a variety of adventures. Join in as Pooh sings, "How sweet to be a cloud floating in the blue! Every little cloud always sings aloud!" Or listen as "Pooh Goes Visiting and Gets into a Tight Place," the timeless tale of a hungry Pooh in pursuit of honey. Featuring selected stories and poems from A.A. Milne's acclaimed Pooh books, Winnie-the-Pooh, The House at Pooh Corner, When We Were Very Young, and Now We Are Six, listeners and readers get a splendid dose of the beloved "silly old bear!" (Running time: one hour, one audio CD) --Cate Bick ... Read more

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Entertaining for kids and adults
Charles Kuralt reads these stories wonderfully...just the right sort of dry wit that I suspect A.A. Milne had in mind. My daughter falls asleep to the Pooh stories every night; first we read the book, and then she listens to the CD while she goes to sleep. Incidentally, the complete text of "Winnie-the-Pooh" ('though not "The House At Pooh Corner", as far as I know) read by Kuralt is available on audio cassette from Penguin Audiobooks.

First-rate bedtime story telling
True, this title won't leave your kids wide-eyed and jumping on the furniture, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.My 31 year-old wife has difficulty falling asleep at night after stressful days at the office, andlet me tell you, Mr. Kuralt's deep, comfortable, fatherly voice does thetrick every time.The readings are low-key but very welldelivered--perfectly suited for the subtle genius that permeates theWinnie-the-Pooh stories.My only disappointment is that Kuralt didn'trecord more of Milne's 20+ Pooh stories (the CD contains 3 stories and somepoems). If he had, I would have snapped them up in a heartbeat.

Charles Kuralt is a bore
Several months ago, I purchased a set of the Winnie-the-Pooh stories narrated by Peter Dennis on tape. Not being able to find these on CD I purchased this CD narrated by Charles Kuralt. What a disappointment! He reads the stories with almost no inflection and absolutely no changes incharacter voices. If you want a really great rendition of these wonderfullyfunny and witty stories, seek out the ones narrated by Peter Dennis.Charles Kuralt was better at the news, with adults. Yawn! ... Read more

Isbn: 0525459340
Subjects:  1. Children's 9-12 - Literature - Classics / Contemporary    2. Children: Grades 1-2    3. Classics   

Charlotte's Web
by E.B. WHITE
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An affectionate, sometimes bashful pig named Wilbur befriends a spider named Charlotte, who lives in the rafters above his pen. A prancing, playful bloke, Wilbur is devastated when he learns of the destiny that befalls all those of porcine persuasion. Determined to save her friend, Charlotte spins a web that reads "Some Pig," convincing the farmer and surrounding community that Wilbur is no ordinary animal and should be saved. In this story of friendship, hardship, and the passing on into time, E.B. White reminds us to open our eyes to the wonder and miracle often found in the simplest of things. ... Read more

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Charlotte`s Web
The book is called Charlotte`s Web. It`s about a pig name Wilber who almost died at birth, but was saved. Now Wilbur lives in the Zuckerman`s barn and he made some new animal friends and a spider, named Charlotte. Charlotte helps him in anyway she can so that he can be safe and happy.
What I enjoyed about the book was that some parts of the book were sad and happy. It was happy when he became friend with Charlotte and she helped him. It was sad was when Charlotte had eggs and a few days later she died; and did not get to see her baby spiders.
Other people should read this book because it`s a good book about a pig and a spider who help and care for each other along the way.

Some Pig
The character of Charlotte's Web is of course a pig.

The Plot is in the Zuckermans' farm not in Fern's house.

While Fern had him she always took care of little Wilbur, the pig. Fern had saved this little pig from a certain death. She didn't want her father killing a baby pig. But as when Wilbur grows, Mr. Arable, Fern's father says Wilbur has to go. So they gave it to the Zuckermans. And there, Wilbur had a great adventure in the Zuckermans' farm also meeting Charlotte with her baby spiders.

SOME PIG:

These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high in the barn. Her spiderweb tells of her feelings for a little pig named Wilbur, as well as the feelings of a little girl named Fern... who loves Wilbur, too. Their love has been shared by millions of readers.

What the book is about is friendship on earth, affection and protection, adventure, miracle, life and death, trust and treachery, pleasure and pain, and the passing of time. As apiece of work it is just about perfect, and just about magical in the way it is done.

High caprice on a farm, handled with wit and wisdom, that serves to put an imperfect world back into joint.

You may also like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, James and the Giant Peach and The Chocolate Touch which i have.

A Great Book!
This book is a magnificent book. It is a great story about friendship. It also has enough adventure to keep you excited and you want to get farther into it.This is surely one of my favorite books. ... Read more

Isbn: 0553470485
Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Animals - Farm Animals    3. Animals - General    4. Audio - Children's Classics    5. Audio: Juvenile    6. Children's audiobooks    7. Classics    8. Fiction    9. Juvenile Fiction    10. Pigs    11. Social Situations - Friendship    12. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / General