In his characteristic compactly rewarding prose, Pullman offers
another glimpse into the world of His Dark Materials, less heady
than Lyra's Oxford (2003) but somberly satisfying. It's 35 years
before the trilogy, and young aeronaut Lee Scoresby has put down on
Novy Odense in the North, looking for work and adventure. He finds
the latter in spades. A corrupt corporation and a sleazy politician
are obstructing a schooner's Captain from claiming his own cargo.
Lee throws himself recklessly onto the side of good, operating on
instinct and fearlessness. A bear - whom Lee thinks is named York
Burningson - joins the deadly skirmish, shoving an enemy tanker-gun
into the harbor while Lee engages in a gunfight in a warehouse.
Scrawny, sardonic Hester - Lee's d mon - plays a key role in
defeating a vicious hired gun. This small, neat volume won't hook
newcomers, but its delving into beloved characters' backstories
will please trilogy fans of all ages. Elegantly decorated with
Lawrence's engravings and faux-realia, it is both understated and
lovely. (foldout game) (Fantasy. 12+) (Kirkus Reviews)
When Lyra is studying at Oxford University, she comes across the
story of Lee Scoresby and Iorek Byrnisson's first meeting, many
years ago, along with much evidence of the adventure that brought
them together. When a young Texan balloonist, Lee Scoresby, comes
down to earth in the harbour of an Arctic town in the North, little
does he realise that he is about to be embroiled in an out-and-out
political brawl. Lee and his daemon, Hester, find themselves the
target of political factions trying to take over the running (and
oil) of the town. And also resident in the town are huge arctic
bears, ignored and patronised by the people and treated like
second-class citizens. When Lee and Iorek first meet, they cement a
friendship that will continue throughout their lives, as the
tensions and pressure in town lead to a deadly conclusion...
Another wonderful tale from a master story-teller, giving us more
extraordinary insight into the world of His Dark Materials.
Includes a thrilling board game!
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