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The Amber Spyglass
His Dark Materials, Book Iii
by Philip Pullman
ISBN: 0345413377
ISBN-13: 9780345413376
Format: Paperback
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Summary
The final entry in the His Dark Materials trilogy (which was inspired by John Milton's PARADISE LOST), THE AMBER SPYGLASS weaves together a number of story strands as the final battle between good and evil approaches. Will, with the help of a pair of Gallivespian agents, searches for Lyra who has been hidden away by the devious Mrs. Coulter. Scientist and ex-nun Mary Malone, trapped in an alternate world, must develop a device to track the progress of Dust lest the world's inhabitants, the mulefa, perish forever. And, all the while, a priest/assassin searches painstakingly through the worlds to prevent Lyra from fulfilling her ultimate destiny. The trilogy also includes THE GOLDEN COMPASS and THE SUBTLE KNIFE.
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"Pullman's intellectual imagination has scope for inventions that can match his ambitious themes, but such freedom overrides the constraints of plot and characterization necessary to a credible and satisfying dramatic shape." -- Brian Alderson
-- New York Times Book Review
The question of God's existence, the problem of death, the power of the imagination-all these meet in Pullman's long-awaited conclusion. . . . [In the first two books], Pullman set up an argument between the old orders of faith and the new republicanism and scientism of the Enlightenment, an argument which was . . . utterly gripping. . . . It was pretty heady stuff, and rumors circulated that Pullman was paralyzed with writer's block. . . . In fact, there was no way he could satisfactorily conclude what he had undertaken, as the amazing, admirable, and disappointing The Amber Spyglass testifies. . . . I am willing to follow Pullman a long way . . . in his argument against our theological inheritance. . . . But to seize Heaven on the ground that it straightjackets desire, what a bore! . . . But we might remember that . . . blasphemy is often the handmaiden of awe. This fantasy series is worth a read.
Annotation copyright H.W. Wilson Company. -- Daria Donnelly
-- Commonweal
Fans who endured the three-year-wait . . . will be rewarded once more by powerful writing, vivid description, and realistic action. This 500-pager is packed with the struggles between good and evil, realizations both true and painful, and an almost-tangible sense of otherworldliness. Its myriad twisting and intertwining plots and its emotional roller coaster make it an exhausting yet exhilarating read. . . . Almost-13-year-old Lyra should not necessarily set the readership age. Some disturbing images and mature themes may make this book more appropriate for older readers.
Annotation copyright H.W. Wilson Company. -- Karen Carden
-- Christian Science Monitor
"THE AMBER SPYGLASS is vast and engrossing, though likely a little too challenging for younger readers or those lacking a certain intellectual sophistication." -- Monica Stark
-- January Magazine
Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Published date: 2001
Size: 4.25 x 6.75 inches
Weight: 0.55 pounds
Ages: 10 to 12
Pages: 465
Synopses
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.
Publisher's Notes
His Dark Materials • Book III
“IMPOSSIBLE TO PUT DOWN, SO FIRMLY AND RELENTLESSLY DOES PULLMAN DRAW YOU INTO HIS TALE . . . [A] gripping saga pitting the magnetic young Lyra Belacqua and her friend Will Parry against the forces of both Heaven and Hell.”
–Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
“BREATHTAKING ADVENTURE . . . A TERRIFIC STORY, ELOQUENTLY TOLD.”
–The Boston Sunday Globe
“HEARTSTOPPING PACE . . . CRACKLING ACTION . . . Pullman has created the last great fantasy masterpiece of the 20th century.”
–Cincinnati Enquirer
“TRIUMPHANT . . . MASTERFUL . . . A THOUGHTFUL, METICULOUSLY CRAFTED ADVENTURE.”
–San Francisco Examiner & Chronicle
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The Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials, Book 3)
Philip Pullman
Del Rey. Used - Good. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! ( more information) Offered by Better World Books (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials, Book 3)
Philip Pullman
Del Rey, 2001-10-02. Mass Market Paperback. Very Good. Paperback with two slight creases, pages bright and in excellent condition; We are a small hard working operation who understand that the economy is tough and every penny counts, shop with us for low prices, quality merchandise, fast shipping, and first-class customer service ( more information) Offered by T's Books (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass
Pullman, Philip
Ballantine Books, 2001. Paperback. Grade: C. Catalog: Fiction Fantasy Synopsis: 465 pages. The Amber Spyglass brings the intrigue of The Golden Compass and The Subtle Knife to a heart-stopping end, marking the final volume of His... ( more information) Offered by www.1stChoiceUsedBooks.com (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass
Pullman, Philip
Del Rey. Good 2001. Paperback. Nice clean pages. Solid copy. Moderate overall wear. Typical ex-library marks and distinctions. ; His Dark Materials, Book 3; Ex-Library; 1.1 x 6.69 x 4.17 Inches; 480 pages . ( more information) Offered by Chiliwiz (United States)
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Pullman,Philip
BALLANTINE BOOKS, 2001-10-02. Mass Market Paperback. Good. Cover Has Light Wear ( more information) Offered by The Book Stop (United States)
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Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials, Book 3)
Pullman, Philip
New York: Del Rey. Very Good-: Spine uncreased, but slightly concave. Pages lightly tanned.. 2001. Paperback: Mass Market PB. ( more information) Offered by All Booked Up (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass: His Dark Materials
Pullman, Philip
Westminster, MD: Del Rey, 2001. Soft Cover. 3rd in the Dark Materials series. Pages are clean, crisp and unmarked. . Mass Market Paperback. Brand New. ( more information) Offered by Book Lovers Warehouse (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass: His Dark Materials
Pullman, Philip
Westminster, Maryland, U.S.A.: Del Rey, 2001. Softcover with pages that are clean, crisp and unmarked. A world of strange divinations and wordplays. Book III.. Soft Cover. New. ( more information) Offered by Book Lovers Warehouse (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass: His Dark Materials
Pullman, Philip
Westminster, Maryland, U.S.A.: Del Rey, 2001. Softcover with pages that are clean, crisp and unmarked. A world of strange divinations and wordplays. Book III.. Soft Cover. New. ( more information) Offered by Book Lovers Warehouse (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials Ser., Bk. 3)
Pullman, Philip
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Ballantine Books, 2001 Please email us if you would like further information or if you would like us to send you a picture of the book. Thanks for looking!. First Mass Market Editon. Mass Market Paperback. Very Good. 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" tall. ( more information) Offered by Wally's books (Canada)
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The Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials Book III)
Pullman, Philip
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Del Rey Books. 2001. Fourth Printing. Mass Market Paperback. Good. Brief summary of content available on request by e-mail. ( more information) Offered by Second Chance Books (United States)
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Westminster, Maryland, U.S.A.: Del Rey, 2001. light wear . Mass Market Paperback. Very Good. ( more information) Offered by browns books (Canada)
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The Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials Book 3)
Pullman, Philip
New York, NY, USA: Del Rey, 2001 465 pages. Book in new condition--from my store inventory. Conclusion to the trilogy brings Lyra Belacqua and Will Parry together again while war rages with the Kingdom of Heaven and the outcome will uncover the secret of Dust. . Reprint. Mass Market Paperback. New. ( more information) Offered by Fort Bend Book Co. (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials, Book 3)
Philip Pullman
[ Edition: Reprint ]. Good Condition. Publisher: Del Rey Pub Date: 10/2/2001 Binding: Mass Market Paperback Pages: 480 [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ][ Ships Daily ] [ Underlining/Highlighting: NONE ] [ Writing: NONE ] [ Torn pages: NO ] [ Broken Seams: NO ] ( more information) Offered by BookHolders (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass : His Dark Materials Book Three [Fantasy Fiction]
Pullman, Philip
Westminster, Maryland, U.S.A.: Del Rey, 2001. Compelling, passionate, a book that inspires.. ISBN: 0345413377. A Paperback Used Gently Read. Good. Some Edge/shelf Wear. Tight Clean & Unmarked Text. FANTASY FICTION CHILDREN JUVENILE SCIENCE. ( more information) Offered by Rogelio C., Books (United States)
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The Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials, Book 3)
Pullman, Philip
Del Rey. MASS MARKET PAPERBACK. 0345413377 First edition, first printing with full number line. (First Edition, 1st printing) Spine has 1 crease. Small store stamp inside front page. . Very Good. ( more information) Offered by Home Pro Books & Collectibles (United States)
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