acarman1's review against another edition
2.0
They tell you not to go home again, lol. I loved this series as a kid and they are still very engaging but reading it as a more enlightened adult you start to see some of the issues, particularly the insensitive comments aimed at Native Americans and a whitewashed view of history. This one was one of the worst in that regard. But the series still has some value for teaching the rudiments of observation and deductive reasoning and many of the stories are quite entertaining.
panda_incognito's review against another edition
4.0
If you have ever heard me say, "People faint FORWARD, not BACKWARD," while watching a movie, a TV show, a skit, or playacting children, you may be eligible for compensation. You can direct your complaints to this book.
pemdas97's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
kstericker's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
manwithanagenda's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I only guessed 4 out of 10. I am humbled
But then, Encyclopedia Brown usually proved too clever for me. Even as a child I would more often than not thumb to the back of the book to read the solution. More often than not its staring everybody in Idaville in the face and Encyclopedia is the only person blessed with both the book smarts and the common sense to see it.
This was the only book in the original run of the series I didn't have growing up, so it was fun to test my wits. I thought with my further education in the last 15 years I would have improved.
I especially have to hand it to the junior detective for an amazing deductive leap in "The Case of the Wagon Master". I was fascinated to find out that a frontier fort in 1872 would have followed the 1923 Flag Code.
Hmmm....Make that 5 out of 10, and if Encyclopedia doesn't have a quarter I'll take a check for 25¢.
Encyclopedia Brown
Next: 'Encyclopedia Brown Keeps the Peace'
Previous: 'Encyclopedia Brown Gets His Man'
But then, Encyclopedia Brown usually proved too clever for me. Even as a child I would more often than not thumb to the back of the book to read the solution. More often than not its staring everybody in Idaville in the face and Encyclopedia is the only person blessed with both the book smarts and the common sense to see it.
This was the only book in the original run of the series I didn't have growing up, so it was fun to test my wits. I thought with my further education in the last 15 years I would have improved.
I especially have to hand it to the junior detective for an amazing deductive leap in "The Case of the Wagon Master". I was fascinated to find out that a frontier fort in 1872 would have followed the 1923 Flag Code.
Hmmm....Make that 5 out of 10, and if Encyclopedia doesn't have a quarter I'll take a check for 25¢.
Encyclopedia Brown
Next: 'Encyclopedia Brown Keeps the Peace'
Previous: 'Encyclopedia Brown Gets His Man'
howifeelaboutbooks's review against another edition
I don’t think I’ve read an Encyclopedia Brown book since childhood! I used to never know how he solved things because I didn’t know how to read into the story. I love trying to catch the bad guy’s slip up!
canada_matt's review against another edition
4.0
Neo and I finished the fifth collection of Encyclopedia Brown mysteries. These stories shine a spotlight on Encyclopedia, the ten year-old super detective, and those close to him in action as they solve crimes and expose all the criminals of Idaville, USA. In this collection, Encyclopedia looks into a rival detective trying to steal his thunder, a robbery in a back alley, and even a pet with a bullet wound. These five-minute mysteries are perfect for rainy days, road trips, or any time there is a lull. Neo and I found them perfect for a before bedtime stumping, though we are getting better at solving them. Great reading for people of all ages, particularly those who are closet sleuths.
Neo mentioned that he really likes the stories, as they keep him thinking, but not in a school way. I had these stories read to me when I was young as well, helping me want to pass along the tradition. Neo thoroughly enjoys listening to the stories and making an effort to uncover the clues that will help solve the cases. He mentioned that these are perfect stories for parent-child reading, but would be great for a good reader when they have time or are on a road trip. A note to parents: the stories are dated (1960s) and some of the terminology or word choices might not be as correct as you would like your young reader to use on a daily basis.
Did you know Neo’s has his own GR account for reviews? Check him out: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108030884-neo-pechey
Neo mentioned that he really likes the stories, as they keep him thinking, but not in a school way. I had these stories read to me when I was young as well, helping me want to pass along the tradition. Neo thoroughly enjoys listening to the stories and making an effort to uncover the clues that will help solve the cases. He mentioned that these are perfect stories for parent-child reading, but would be great for a good reader when they have time or are on a road trip. A note to parents: the stories are dated (1960s) and some of the terminology or word choices might not be as correct as you would like your young reader to use on a daily basis.
Did you know Neo’s has his own GR account for reviews? Check him out: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108030884-neo-pechey
enemby's review
5.0
Encyclopedia Brown is Sherlock's modern, cooler, little brother. God these books brought my imagination to some ridiculous places as a kid.
As an adult, I'd probably find it a little simple, but it's still a really good collection of stories
As an adult, I'd probably find it a little simple, but it's still a really good collection of stories
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