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An un-traditional coming-of-age story, the Edge Chronicles begins with Beyond the Deepwoods, in which our put-upon protagonist, Twig (a misplaced human boy who's being raised by woodtrolls) gets a hint of his true heritage, sheds his Deepwoods upbringing, and does the unthinkable: He strays from the path. Alone for the first time and surviving by his wits, Twig must surmount all manner of perils to pursue a destiny that is whisperingly, mysteriously promised to him "beyond the Deepwoods." From one frying pan to the next (but never quite into the fire) Twig either bests or befriends a ferocious, Carroll-esque menagerie of Deepwoods denizens--from foul-mouthed halitoads and red-faced slaughterers to galumphing banderbears and piranha-Tribble wig-wigs.
Paul Stewart lays the foundation for some pretty terrific storytelling in this first book--only hinting at what lies ahead in this world where rocks float and sky pirates ride the sky above--but the contribution of illustrator Chris Riddell can't be overstated. Whether in the jowly cheeks of the gyle goblins' Grossmother or the menacing gaze of the supra-evil Gloazgomer, Riddell (an accomplished political cartoonist) manages to match Stewart's descriptions blow-for-blow in evocative pen-and-ink. Grownups and kids alike will rush to the store to pick up the second adventure, the tantalizingly titled Stormchaser. (Ages 9 to 12) --Paul Hughes
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Book Description Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR001752479
Book Description Hardback. Condition: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Seller Inventory # GOR001958599
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Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. softcover, Some cover wear and/or slight curl on covers/dj, does have crease on spine. May have signs of shelf wear too but not excessive. proof- pub date sept 1999 ages 9+ ISBN:0385 409672 cover illustration same image at time of listing but in just green and white. Seller Inventory # 28-9399388az
Book Description First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-dulled dust-wrapper, with some light marginal foxing. Not price-clipped. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: 280 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. Notes: Author Paul Stewart, illustrator Chris Riddell. Subjects: Fantasy fiction, English. Humorous stories, English. Children's literature, English. Genre: Childrens fiction. Language: English. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 351862
Book Description First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-dulled dust-wrapper, with some light marginal foxing. Not price-clipped. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: 280 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. Notes: Author Paul Stewart, illustrator Chris Riddell. Subjects: Fantasy fiction, English. Humorous stories, English. Children's literature, English. Genre: Childrens fiction. Language: English. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 351862
Book Description Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good -. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good -. First Edition. Jacket in plastic sleeve. library marks to fep and copyright page. Ex-Library. Seller Inventory # 045170
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Coll - U5 - Like New. Very good in Very good dust jacket. Signed by both Stewart & Riddell on the full title page, with a fabulous Riddell drawing facing on the dedication page. Seller Inventory # 4906145