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His Dark Materials

By Philip Pullman

Adjectives

imaginative thrilling thought-provoking magical

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Science Fiction

What is His Dark Materials about?

Lyra Belacqua lives in a world where every person has an animal companion called a daemon. When her missing friend and uncle become linked to a mysterious substance known as Dust, Lyra travels from Oxford to the frozen North. There, she encounters armoured bears, witches and dangerous experiments that threaten children across many worlds. Joined by new allies, Lyra must uncover the truth about Dust and find the courage to challenge powerful forces in an extraordinary battle for freedom.

About the author

Philip Pullman is a well-known British author, best loved for his exciting fantasy stories. His famous series, His Dark Materials, takes readers on thrilling adventures to magical worlds. Philip enjoys sparking children’s imaginations, making his books full of mystery, adventure, and unforgettable characters. Many young readers love exploring his stories!

Pages

1016 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Edition published

2007

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