A review by stuhlsem
The Amber Spyglass, by Philip Pullman
5.0
It seemed so revolutionary the first time. Making war on God--killing God. Mrs. Coulter lying with her entire life in order to do one good thing. Lord Asriel adn Mrs. Coulter finally united, eternally falling. That's a terrifying concept. Will and Lyra's plight was more heartbreaking this time, which isn't much of a surprise really.
All the powerful, intelligent adults are so impressed by Lyra and Will. They respect and love these children--they're what, twelve?--to what seems an absurd degree. Do there exist children like that?
"We must build our own republic of heaven wherever we are." The ending message is beautiful and poignant. Even though it's a fantasy book, with witches, angels, talking bears, the ending message is universal, practical, true. We should work to increase kindness and wisdom, happiness and patience. Which is the them of every major religion and an honorable pursuit whether you're religious or not.
All the powerful, intelligent adults are so impressed by Lyra and Will. They respect and love these children--they're what, twelve?--to what seems an absurd degree. Do there exist children like that?
"We must build our own republic of heaven wherever we are." The ending message is beautiful and poignant. Even though it's a fantasy book, with witches, angels, talking bears, the ending message is universal, practical, true. We should work to increase kindness and wisdom, happiness and patience. Which is the them of every major religion and an honorable pursuit whether you're religious or not.