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The Last Unicorn (Paperback)

by Peter S Beagle (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: G P Putnam's Sons; 30#Anniversary#e. edition (1 Jan 1991)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0451450523
  • ISBN-13: 978-0451450524
  • Product Dimensions: 20.1 x 13.5 x 1.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 76,978 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'The Last Unicorn' is lyrically beautiful... It's a merry, bittersweet dance Beagle leads us. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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The words which spin the web will assure this book a permanent place in your heart. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb, Confident, Captivating. An absolute masterpiece., 11 Sep 2001
By A Customer
This review is from: The Last Unicorn (Paperback)
As a child I was enchanted by the animated film "The Last Unicorn." While reliving some of my childhood delights recently I was reminded of my adoration for the stirring cartoon that had lodged itself so firmly in my memory.

So at eighteen years of age I set about tracking down "The Last Unicorn" but, regrettably, was unable to find the video anywhere. However, while perusing Amazon I lit upon the novel that had spawned the animated film and was compelled to purchase it.

I can honestly say it was one of the best purchases of my life. Beagle's style was so crisp and descriptive, so utterly compelling that I found myself visualising every scene and unable to put the book down. I would recommend this book to anyone, it is an absolute masterpiece, essential reading for anyone who even casually browses the fantasy genre be they young or old.

"The Last Unicorn" has found its way into my heart and mind as my favourite book of all time. I felt each emotion laid before me in the text with complete empathy.

I can only say read this book. You haven't lived until you have experienced this tale of hope, pain, tribulation, and its bitter-sweet ending.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Charming little book, 25 Oct 2004
By L. Donovan "Erynn" (UK) - See all my reviews
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This book is pure magic. Half fairy tale and half myth, it's strange and fun and captivateing.
I recomend it to read to any child - because you'll enjoy reading ti as much as a child hearing it.
I recomend it to GIVE to any child. It's writing is simple enough for a child to read, it's story magical and fun enough to give any a lifelong love of fantasy and reading.
I bought this for myself for those very qualities - just as vallied for an adult to read before bed.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Timeless Modern Fantasy about Love, Magic and Unicorns-, 12 Jun 2000
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This review is from: The Last Unicorn (Paperback)
I've been searching for this book since I was seven years old, after seeing the wonderful animated movie, and when I finally found it, it did not disappoint. This is a wonderful tale of magic, fantasy, love and the last unicorn on earth, searching for the rest of her kind who have been kidnapped by the Red Bull.

Throughout this story, the author reveals much about his characters: all, from the Unicorn to Mommy Fortuna to Schmendrick the Magician all have a vital role, no matter how big or small, in the adventure and discovery this novel takes us on.

If you love unicorns, or fantasy, or a tale that will make you smile, cry, and entrap you with it's magic, The Last Unicorn by Peter Beagle is the tale for you.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely brilliant
The Last Unicorn is the perfect mix of fantasy, romance, and adventure! I couldn't put it down, it's perfect for readers of all ages who enjoy running of into worlds of their own... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ms. A. Ashley

4.0 out of 5 stars There are two kinds of magic
The Last Unicorn is a fantasy novel, which reminds me of the 'Princess Bride' more than anything else. The narrative exists on several levels. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mrs. J. Proctor

5.0 out of 5 stars Point Taken
Peter Beagle's THE LAST UNICORN is always a discovery for me, however often I encounter it. Only with reluctance would I name the book one of my favourites, for it employs... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Edward Waters

3.0 out of 5 stars The Last Unicorn and The Reluctant Reader
Having A Fine And Private Place by Peter Beagle as a must keep forever book, I decided to try this fable by the same author. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mr. John Frank Herbert

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed
I haven't found any reviews on Amazon yet that give this book anything less than a 5 star rating, and the front cover of my copy promises this to be "one of the most enchanting... Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2007 by S. Barnes

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most beautiful books ever
"The unicorn lived in a lilac wood and she lived all alone."
Thus begins the story (told with great simplicity and magnificent poetry) of the quest of the last unicorn for her... Read more
Published on 21 Aug 2005 by Peacock Wings

5.0 out of 5 stars More beautiful than ever
I have watched the movie as the first animation ever on theatre here and was mesmerized by it. Now, I had the second chance to appreciate it by reading the book. Read more
Published on 3 May 2005 by Spy Groove

5.0 out of 5 stars Real Magic
Peter S Beagle combines truth and humour to an amazing level; with the wit of Wilde and the potency of Tolkien. Read more
Published on 29 Feb 2004 by Richard

5.0 out of 5 stars An extraordinarily potent book
Probably my opinion of this book is biased enormously by the massive impact the animated film of this book had on my when I was much younger, but don't let this deter you! Read more
Published on 5 Oct 2003 by d_j_r

4.0 out of 5 stars Full of Fantasy!
I first saw the animated film when I was five years old and living in South Africa, being so young, I loved anything related with unicorns, mermaids and the like. Read more
Published on 12 Jul 2000

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