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Northern Lights (Golden Compass) (His Dark Materials) (Paperback)

by Philip Pullman (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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  • Paperback: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Scholastic; paperback / softback edition (6 Aug 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1407104055
  • ISBN-13: 978-1407104058
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 13 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 9,801 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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There are worlds beyond our own - the Compass will show the way... The first novel in Philip Pullman's epic HIS DARK MATERIALS trilogy is now the stunning motion picture THE GOLDEN COMPASS, made by New Line Cinema and Scholastic Media. When Lyra is given the strange and secret alethiometer, she begins an extraordinary journey that will take her to the frozen lands of the Arctic, where witch-clans reign and ice-bears fight. The destiny that awaits her will have immeasurable consequences far beyond her own world... "Spellbinding writing, brilliant storytelling" SCOTSMAN

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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars No comparison, so don't try, 25 Oct 2007
By Mrs. A. Heaver - See all my reviews
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Firstly, I am tired of reviewers 'comparing' this trilogy to JK Rowlings Potter Series. Secondly, There is no comparison. Meaning you may as well compare Chocolate with Steak. Both have their place at a well planned dinner table! We need to be reading a balanced meal.
I love The HP books equally as I do the 'His dark Materials' Trilogy.If you're looking to replace the 'Potter' rush with the Pullman books, it won't happen, this is a deeper and darker league. You will find yourself drawn into places and plots, lives and ideas almost impossible for many an imagination. Perfectly written and a great main course after the 'Potter' starter, however, I will be returning to the be-specticaled one for dessert. (The lighter option) Again, I say... No Comparison, maybe complimentary.
Enjoy your time with His Dark Materials,lose yourself in the questions the books will awaken and be prepared to miss your stop if you read it on the bus! I just hope the up-coming film does Pullman justice.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars don't let the film put you off, 16 Jun 2008
By aberdeen lass "rachel" (aberdeen, scotland) - See all my reviews
I was given this book by a teenage collegue,who said this was a great read and as I'm in my late twenties was fairly sceptical. It certainly prove me wrong. I really enjoyed this book and just before i finished it, i bought the next in the triology. I saw the film after i had read the book and the film disappointed. It is not a patch on the film. Read this book instead of watching the film!
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4.0 out of 5 stars The Goal Accomplished, 27 Jan 2008
By Mr. Ct Kent "clintyK" (Brighton) - See all my reviews
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Yes, I was secretly looking for a book to fill the gap that Harry Potter had left, I must admit. But it IS unfair to compare Phillip Pullman to JK Rowling - for each have their own inimitable style and creative vision.

The story of Lyra hooks you in, right from the start. Though the world she lives in is a different one to ours, half the fun comes from exploring it with her as she begins her adventures.

I Have yet to see the film, but I have a feeling Nicole Kidman as the sinister yet glamourous Mrs Coulter and Daniel Craig as galant Lord Asriel are perfect for the roles - reading the book with them in mind made it all the more enjoyable. (Also I have no doubt that the film will not do the book justice - as is always the case !)

A gripping read - sometimes a bit technical / political in places - yet if you can bear with it, it all makes itself clearer the deeper you go. It is a magical page turner, one you want to read as quickly as you can, but would regret if you did. It would be a shame not savour the exciting journey every page takes you on.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good not great
This is a great book. You need to have a big imagination to read this. I like the idea of dæmons. I would recommend it but it isn't wonderful
Published 2 months ago by Mr. David Eakins

5.0 out of 5 stars 100000 stars!
Lyra belaqua romes the rooftops of Jordan college in an alternate universe,with her friend Roger, at the time this story takes place, gobblers, child takers, child cutters etc... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Book 1
Very enjoyable read, Pullman has created a world which although shares some similarities to our own differs hugely, i thoroughly enjoyed exploring this world and cant wait to move... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Alyn

5.0 out of 5 stars Thoughly good fun
I have just finished reading this book and found it to be enjoyable and hard to put down. The plot takes several twist's and turns which make for an enjoyable read. Read more
Published 17 months ago by M. Watson

5.0 out of 5 stars A gorgeous mix of fantasy and philosphy
I was fortunate enough to be exposed to the philosophies of this story from a very young age.

This has given me the imagination and insight in to these ideas through... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mr. R. W. Lockie

5.0 out of 5 stars A voyage of the imagination for all ages
At first I was hesitant about reading this book because I felt it might be a childrens book and also just the usual hash of "imaginative" books that lack any true new ideas... Read more
Published 18 months ago by pepemia

3.0 out of 5 stars A Genuine Page-turner
This was my second reading and I thoroughly enjoyed it!
The good things about the book are mainly ideas which seem to me to be original and these include:
* Locating... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mr. Michael Lumsden

5.0 out of 5 stars The (Shiny) Golden compass
The book is fantastic, as is the film.

When children go missing, taken by the "Gobblers" Lyra goes to find her, and they find that people are tearing children away... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mrs. L. Skelding

5.0 out of 5 stars and i also have to add ...
... if you're a harry potter fan - let me tell you:

you can stick harry potter up your jacksie - this is REAL literature. philip pullman is a writer's writer. j. Read more
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