- Hardcover: 242 pages
- Publisher: Hamish Hamilton; 1st edition (Oct 1969)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0241017963
- ISBN-13: 978-0241017968
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,957,583 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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A mysterious poem and a series of dreams compel young Edward and Eleanor to search for Prince Krishna's treasure.
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EDWARD HALL SAT UNDER the front porch of the big house on Walden Street in Concord, Massachusetts, and thought about his two ambi in life. Read the first page
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I read this book years ago - proabably when I about ten or so and the feelings it evoked have stayed with me, if not the ins and outs of the story. I remember different worlds, treasure and a bitter sweet story. It's one of the books I have always wanted to re-read and set me on the path of being a Fantasy fan. With two children approaching that age I wanted to relive it and share the book with them; I searched Amazon in the hope that I would find a reference. And it's been published again. Fantastic. I can't wait.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The Diamond in the Window not only made me a reader, it made me a writer too (for adults, so far). A mystery, a quest, a magical adventure rooted in the reality of small-town New England life it's one of the most exciting and funny books ever written. I'm THRILLEd it's reprinted, having pestered UK bookshops for years to see if it's still around. For anyone who hasn't read it, Eleanor and Edward live with their Aunt Lily and batty Uncle Fred, a former Trancendentalist philosopher. Neither has got over the mysterious disappearance of the Indian Prince Krishna, who disappeared along with Ned and Nora, their younger brother and sister. But Eleanor and Edward start to discover what went wrong when they sleep in the attic window with a "diamond" in it. Their dreams, at first pleasant, of finding Prince Krishna's treasure, turn into nightmares in which they can be really hurt. The best thing about this novel is that it introduces children to complex ideas about nature and morality, while remaining completely thrilling. I read it recently to my own eight year old and now my six year old is also hooked. I'm going to buy it for all the children I love. Please, please reprint The Swing in the Summerhouse too!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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I can't believe this book is back in print again! I first read it and its partner The Swing in the Summerhouse (reprint this one PLEASE!)about 25 years ago, and it changed the way I felt about books.The childrens adventures are set in fantasy but have a grounding which is very firmly in the real world, and have a message for us which I have never forgotten. I thought too that I was the only one who had ever read it, and have spent a large part of my life trying to share it with others, made much easier now by the reissue! I have the original hardbacks of the pair bought from a surplus library sale many years ago, and guard them like gold. Everyone should read this book no matter what their age - it is one of the best childrens' books ever written, for adults too!
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This book has never left me.
There are 3 books that were very instrumental in influencing my love for reading. They are "A Wrinkle In Time," "The Clock In the Walll," and "The Diamond... Read more
Published on 31 July 2001
A fabulous children's book - pleasure for adults too.
OH, I do agree, please, please reprint swing in the summer house. I thought I was the only one! You know if you enjoyed these I bet you would like a Tale of Time City by Dianna... Read more
Published on 27 May 2000 by L. Day
a complement on the book
I did not really like this book because it did not have any action in it. Some parts were okay, like when the children were under the porch listleing to the adult conversation. Read more
Published on 13 May 1999
An astonishingly imaginative book.
I read this book when I was in primary school, and I like others thought that I was the only person to have read it and been touched by it. Read more
Published on 10 May 1999
Fantastic Fantasy that all ages can enjoy
I first read this book when I was 13 yrs. old, and have since read it to my children. Of all the books I have read in my 44 years, this one is an all-time favorite. Read more
Published on 10 Jan 1999
transcendentalism at its finest for kids
Very engaging story intertwining dreams & reality and introducing the philosophies and writings of Thoreau and Emerson in the mix. All ages should enjoy it.
Published on 15 Sep 1998
Excellent fantasy story for young children.
I read this book for the first time when I was five or six years old, and 25 years later it stands as one of my favorite books of all time. Read more
Published on 5 Sep 1998
A magical childhood reading experience
All the reviews spell it out - this wonderful book was one of the most memorable from many childhoods. So the question is - Why can't we have The Swing in the Summer House too? Read more
Published on 29 Aug 1998
Finally I found the treasure!!!
This remarkable book seizes your imagination and never ever releases it! Utterly satisfying, this is one of those books which can be read a multitude of times and not get... Read more
Published on 5 Jun 1998
This book captures the imagination and doesn't let go.
Curiosity brought me to this site. I, too, thought I was the only one to read this book when I was young. Read more
Published on 4 May 1998
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