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Step into a world where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary with The Dark is Rising: The classic children's fantasy novel (A Puffin Book) by Susan Cooper. This timeless tale has enchanted readers for generations, offering a captivating exploration of courage and destiny.
Set against the mystical backdrop of a chilly Midwinter's Eve, the story revolves around young Will, who is on the brink of his eleventh birthday. Unbeknownst to him, a chilling sense of fear looms over his familiar countryside, foretelling the extraordinary journey that awaits. As Will learns of his identity as one of the Old Ones, he embarks on an epic quest to confront the sinister forces of the Dark, a malevolent magic threatening to engulf the world in shadows.
This thrilling narrative is the second installment in Cooper's acclaimed Dark is Rising sequence, celebrated for its masterful blend of suspense and adventure. Young readers and fantasy enthusiasts alike will find themselves captivated by the timeless battle between light and darkness.
This classic novel invites readers to explore a magical world where friendship, courage, and destiny intertwine. Experience the enchantment of The Dark is Rising and discover why it remains a beloved staple in children's fantasy literature.
ISBN: | 9780241377093 |
Author: | Susan Cooper |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Puffin |
Publisher: | Penguin Random House Children's UK |
Dimensions: | 192 x 127 x 26 mm |
Publication Date: | 14 November, 2019 |
Pagination: | 384 pages |
Weight: | 270g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’