Watership Down (Scribner Classics) Hardcover - 2012
by Adams, Richard
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DiscoverNor revisitNthe enchanting world of the Sandleford Warren rabbits in this first-ever illustrated edition of a celebrated modern classic. Full color.
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Details
- Title Watership Down (Scribner Classics)
- Author Adams, Richard
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition ILL
- Condition New
- Pages 496
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Atheneum Books for Young Readers, New York
- Date 2012-10-23
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Glossary, Illustrated, Maps, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # 52YZZZ0066D5_ns
- ISBN 9781442444058 / 1442444053
- Weight 3.1 lbs (1.41 kg)
- Dimensions 9.1 x 7.4 x 1.7 in (23.11 x 18.80 x 4.32 cm)
- Ages 13 to 17 years
- Grade levels 8 - 12
- Reading level 880
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Themes
- Cultural Region: British
- Library of Congress subjects Fantasy fiction, Fantasy
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2012010643
- Dewey Decimal Code FIC
About this book
Watership Down is an allegorical fantasy novel written by British author Richard Adams, narrating the adventures of a small group of anthropomorphized rabbits as they escape the destruction of their homeland. The story is set in England’s Downs, an idyllic rural home to the small native creatures who possess their own cultures, languages, poetry and mythology. They are soon faced with the settlement of humanity and watch as their land is ravaged by farmland and industrialized commercial advancement. In fear of their lives they leave their homes in hope of finding safety for their family and friends, despite the temptations and perils they are forced to struggle with along the way.
Summary
DiscoverâÈ'or revisitâÈ'the enchanting world of the Sandleford Warren rabbits in this first-ever illustrated edition of a celebrated modern classic.
A phenomenal worldwide bestseller for almost forty years, Richard AdamsâÈçs Watership Down is a timeless classic and one of the most beloved novels of all time. Set in EnglandâÈçs Downs, a once idyllic rural landscape, this stirring tale of adventure, courage, and survival follows a band of very special rabbits on their flight from the intrusion of man and the certain destruction of their home. Led by a stouthearted pair of brothers, they journey forth from their native Sandleford Warren through the harrowing trials posed by predators and adversaries, to a mysterious promised land and a more perfect society.
A book that speaks to our society as vividly as it did nearly half a century ago, this keepsake Scribner Classic edition showcases more than twenty sumptuous, evocative tip-in paintings from Aldo Galli, an illustrator chosen by Richard Adams himself.
A phenomenal worldwide bestseller for almost forty years, Richard AdamsâÈçs Watership Down is a timeless classic and one of the most beloved novels of all time. Set in EnglandâÈçs Downs, a once idyllic rural landscape, this stirring tale of adventure, courage, and survival follows a band of very special rabbits on their flight from the intrusion of man and the certain destruction of their home. Led by a stouthearted pair of brothers, they journey forth from their native Sandleford Warren through the harrowing trials posed by predators and adversaries, to a mysterious promised land and a more perfect society.
A book that speaks to our society as vividly as it did nearly half a century ago, this keepsake Scribner Classic edition showcases more than twenty sumptuous, evocative tip-in paintings from Aldo Galli, an illustrator chosen by Richard Adams himself.
First Edition Identification
MacMillan published the first Edition U.S. hardcover copy in 1972. Characterized by tan cloth binding and tan paper over boards, the spine and cover are stamped in gilt.
The first UK edition was published by Rex Collings, London, in 1972. Characterized by brown cloth wrapping and folding map, as well as a yellow dust jacket.
Categories
- Fiction & Literature Action & Adventure
- Fiction & Literature Classic Literature
- Fiction & Literature English Fiction
- Fiction & Literature Modern Fiction
- Fiction & Literature Science Fiction & Fantasy Science Fiction
- Fiction & Literature Science Fiction & Fantasy Fantasy
- Children & Juvenile Juvenile & Young Adult Juvenile Fiction & Literature
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Citations
- Hornbook Guide to Children, 07/01/2013, Page 65