ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE NORTH (First edition - ninth impression)

Philip Pullman

ISBN 10: 0385614322 / ISBN 13: 9780385614320

Edité par David Fickling Books (Random House Children's Books), London, 2008

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A ninth impression of the true first edition, with the following number-string sequence on the printer's page: 9 10. Illustrated with wood-engravings by John Lawrence. A prequel set in the world of the 'His Dark Materials' trilogy, issued as a small-format hardcover. ***Near fine in navy-blue cloth-covered boards, with white titles to the spine and illustration to the front board. Cloth nice and clean. No bumps or creases. Corners sharp. Page block edges clean. Internally also near fine, with no inscriptions or marks and no creases or tears. Includes two inserts in a pocket at the back of the book - a 'Peril of the Pole' game fold out paper sheet, and card 'Wind Compass'. No dustwrapper issued with this publication, a sequel to "Lyra's Oxford" which was published in a similar format in 2003. ***96 pages plus a further seven pages of miscellanea at the back of the book. 240mm x 160mm. ***'Another mesmerising episode from the universe of 'His Dark Materials' including the very first meeting of those two legends and friends, Lee Scoresby, the Texan balloonist, and Iorek Byrnison, the armoured bear'. (Quote taken from the back cover) ***A later ninth impression of the true first edition, in near fine condition. A beautiful copy. Less common than the similar format 'Lyra's Oxford' of which we have a first impression copy listed. ***For all our books, postage is charged at cost, allowing for packaging: any shipping rates indicated on ABE are an average only: we will reduce the P & P charge where appropriate - please contact us for postal rates for heavier books and sets etc.

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Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE NORTH (First edition - ninth impression)
• Éditeur: David Fickling Books (Random House Children's Books), London
• Date de parution: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 0385614322
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9780385614320
• Reliure: Hardcover
• Illustrateur: Illustrated by John Lawrence
• Édition: First Edition
• Impression: Ninth Impression
• État de l'article: Near Fine
• État de la jaquette: No Jacket, as Issued
• Catalogues du vendeur:
  • First Editions
  • Children's Literature

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Synopsis

When Lyra is studying at Oxford University, she comes across the story of Lee Scoresby and Iorek Byrnisson's first meeting, many years ago, along with much evidence of the adventure that brought them together.

When a young Texan balloonist, Lee Scoresby, comes down to earth in the harbour of an Arctic town in the North, little does he realise that he is about to be embroiled in an out-and-out political brawl.

Lee and his daemon, Hester, find themselves the target of political factions trying to take over the running (and oil) of the town. And also resident in the town are huge arctic bears, ignored and patronised by the people and treated like second-class citizens. When Lee and Iorek first meet, they cement a friendship that will continue throughout their lives, as the tensions and pressure in town lead to a deadly conclusion...

Another wonderful tale from a master story-teller, giving us more extraordinary insight into the world of His Dark Materials. Includes a thrilling board game!

À propos des auteurs

Philip Pullman is one of the most highly respected children's authors writing today. Winner of many prestigious awards, including the Carnegie of Carnegies and the Whitbread Award, Pullman’s epic fantasy trilogy His Dark Materials has been acclaimed as a modern classic. It has sold 17.5 million copies worldwide and been translated into 40 languages. In 2005 he was awarded the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award. He lives in Oxford.

Tony Mitton is an award-winning poet, whose gently mesmerising, often humorous poetry is irresistible to children and adults alike. He is an extremely versatile author, writing story poems and shorter verse with skill and wit. Tony does many author events, school visits and poetry readings and always leaves his audience entranced. He lives in Cambridge with his wife and two children.

John Lawrence was born in Hastings, studied at Hastings School of Art, followed by military service in West Africa, and more study at the Central School of Arts and Crafts (now Central St. Martin's). Since then he has worked as an illustrator and a lecturer at Brighton School of Art, Camberwell School of Art and Cambridge School of Art. John has illustrated over 150 books and is one of the leading wood-block engraving illustrators in the world.