- Hardcover: 200 pages
- Publisher: Nebador Archives (27 Jan 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1936253003
- ISBN-13: 978-1936253005
- Product Dimensions: 15.2 x 22.9 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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NEBADOR - the incredible journey of five young adults from poverty and oppression to respected citizenship in the wide universe ... This epic young-adult science fiction adventure begins as a strange young man arrives in a medieval kingdom. Openly seeking a crew for a mysterious ship no one has seen, it is soon clear he is looking for something other than salty old sailors. BOOK ONE: THE TEST is the first book in the NEBADOR series of twelve or more novels. These stories are filled with wit-sharpening and skill-honing challenges - mental, emotional, and spiritual - for both the characters and the reader. It is truly a grand adventure in which the characters come to understand a beloved saying of the Nebador Transport Service: "Personal power is the ability to stand on your own two feet, with a smile on your face, in the middle of a universe that contains a million ways to crush you." This is the HARDCOVER GLOBAL/LIBRARY edition in 10-point type, revision 2.
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Born in the Mojave Desert, J. Z. Colby now lives and writes deep in a forest of the Pacific Northwest. He has studied many subjects, formally and informally, including psychology, philosophy, education, and performing arts, but remains a generalist. His primary profession as a mental health counselor, specializing with families and young adults, gives him many stories of personal growth, and the motivation to develop his team of young critiquers and readers. All his life, he has been drawn toward a broad understanding of human nature, especially those physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual situations in which our capacity to function seems to reach its limits. He finds fascinating those few individuals who can transcend the limits of our common human nature and the dictates of our cultures. In his spare time, he flies helicopters and airplanes.
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Format:Paperback
Science fiction fans of all ages will enjoy THE TEST, the first in a six-book series, NEBADOR, by J.Z. Colby.
In this book, readers are introduced to Ilika, a young man who has trained for almost half of his life to take a test that will allow him to advance in his chosen career. The first part of his test requires him to choose five companions, and he must seek them in a place unlike anywhere he has been before.
He encounters prejudice, fear, poverty, and friendship in his quest and must learn to accept, overcome, and learn through his experiences. He will teach his companions to challenge the world they know and open themselves to new worlds beyond their imaginations.
Ilika's test challenges the ways that both the characters and readers consider moral, social, and psychological issues. Colby skillfully combines story with critical thinking puzzles and deeper questions about not only Ilika's fictional world but the real world that surrounds his readers.
In a supplement to the novels, Colby has also created a volume of "Deep Learning Notes" to go along with the books. The set would be a useful addition to any advanced middle school or high school classroom's science fiction unit.
Reviewed by: Theresa L. Stowell
In this book, readers are introduced to Ilika, a young man who has trained for almost half of his life to take a test that will allow him to advance in his chosen career. The first part of his test requires him to choose five companions, and he must seek them in a place unlike anywhere he has been before.
He encounters prejudice, fear, poverty, and friendship in his quest and must learn to accept, overcome, and learn through his experiences. He will teach his companions to challenge the world they know and open themselves to new worlds beyond their imaginations.
Ilika's test challenges the ways that both the characters and readers consider moral, social, and psychological issues. Colby skillfully combines story with critical thinking puzzles and deeper questions about not only Ilika's fictional world but the real world that surrounds his readers.
In a supplement to the novels, Colby has also created a volume of "Deep Learning Notes" to go along with the books. The set would be a useful addition to any advanced middle school or high school classroom's science fiction unit.
Reviewed by: Theresa L. Stowell
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Awaken to reading
16 July 2010
Format:Paperback
There is a touch of magic between the covers of this book! A young family member who lives with me has never been a reader. He would rather watch the TV. Yet, after reading the first book, he has begun talking about what he read, delighted at finding meaning and moral lessons in the story. He was anxiously awaiting Book Two, and ordered it as soon as it became available. It seems clear that J. Colby has found the language that reaches his young readers.
It is a wonderful thing to see a young person discover the joys of reading good stories, and so much more so when it is someone who previously avoided reading anything at all. We look forward to Book Three - let the adventure continue!
It is a wonderful thing to see a young person discover the joys of reading good stories, and so much more so when it is someone who previously avoided reading anything at all. We look forward to Book Three - let the adventure continue!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Fun and a good start for a great adventure. Cant wait for the next book.
28 April 2010
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After being recomended this book i went ahead and bought a copy. i was a little skeptical after hearing the book being described as for young teens or young adults a lot. Shortly after reading a few pages i was hooked unsure of how what i was reading went with the story like i have heard and read from the website. it soon made since. Here is the website for those interested [...]
The book has a lot of real world issues in it and can entertain as well as educate. I can not waite for the rest of the series to be released along with the audiobooks. Only downside i found in it was the shortness of the book but that is not a big deal sence it is a series and other books are on there way.
The book has a lot of real world issues in it and can entertain as well as educate. I can not waite for the rest of the series to be released along with the audiobooks. Only downside i found in it was the shortness of the book but that is not a big deal sence it is a series and other books are on there way.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Our entire family loved this book!
23 Feb 2010
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
My 9 year old son and 11 year old daughter both loved this book. My daughter had fun taking the tests herself, while my son chose to skim past those parts and get on with the story. As a parent, I love the way a group of kids starting from the most disadvantaged places and completely uneducated, are recognized for their natural abilities and given a chance to reach for the stars. The only thing holding them back is their own fears and insecurities. Witnessing each of these characters face up to their respective pasts and gain the confidence and knowledge to allow them to take advantage of the opportunities presented them, is a wonderful example of the value system I would like my children to embrace.
My children and I have had the opportunity to read and critique earlier versions of the first few novels in this series, so I can tell you NEBADOR Book One: The Test: (Large Print) is only the very beginning of the adventure and we are excited to find out what happens next!
My children and I have had the opportunity to read and critique earlier versions of the first few novels in this series, so I can tell you NEBADOR Book One: The Test: (Large Print) is only the very beginning of the adventure and we are excited to find out what happens next!
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