Redwall (Redwall, Book 1)
by Brian Jacques
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Book Summary Information
Author: Brian JacquesBrand: Puffin/Philomel Books
Illustrator: Gary Chalk
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-09-30
ISBN: 0142302376
Number of pages: 352
Publisher: Puffin/Philomel Books
Product features:
- 1986 - Firebird - Paperback
- Redwall : The Legend Begins
- By Brian Jacques
- Classic Series
- Collectible
Book Reviews of Redwall (Redwall, Book 1)
Book Review: This is a cute story
Summary: 5 Stars
I remember one Saturday morning, as I was surfing channels, I happened across a cartoon called "Redwall". There were mice walking around on their back legs and talking as if they were human. At first I was a little unsure of what to think, but after sticking with it for the entire half hour, I found myself enjoying what I saw. Several weeks and episodes later I was hooked.
One day, while browsing a table of books at an "Animal Humane Society" rummage sale, I saw a cover with a little mouse holding a sword and shield. The name "Redwall" jumped out at me and I instantly remembered the cartoon. It was then that I realized the story was first published as a book series, and needless to say, I purchased it right away-for only a buck too. Shortly after, my collection began to expand with other titles from the series.
Story overview:
A horse drawn hay cart, out of control and filled with a band of nasty rats, ends up toppling over not far from a peace loving Church. However, these rats are anything but peace loving, particularly the evil-one-eyed warlord, Cluny, the Scourge, and so they invade the Church and capture it, taking the residents prisoner.
Not far away is, "Redwall Abbey", which is a place of prosperity and good natured animals. One of which is an awkward little mouse named Matthias.
Cluny realizes that the "Redwall Abbey" would be a great fortress, and so he gathers rats, ferrets, stoats, and weasels to take it over. However, the inhabitants, though uneducated in the ways of war, fight to keep the invaders from breaking through their Abbey walls. As Cluny and his gang lay siege, Matthias goes on a mission to recover a legendary weapon to use against Cluny. During his journey, Matthias creates bonds with various animals and finds himself up against many unexpected trials.
My thoughts:
This is a cute story. I enjoyed the characters and situations they were put in, particularly the scavenger hunt (to find the legendary sword) that takes place in the Abbey, along with the antics of Basil Stag Hare.
James D. Maxon
Author of, The Cat That Made Nothing Something Again
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Summary of Redwall (Redwall, Book 1)
When Redwall was published in 1987 it catipulted author Brian Jacques to international stardom. And small wonder! This enthralling tale is jam-packed with the things we long for in a great adventure: danger, laughter, hairbreath excapes, tragedy, mystery, a touch of wonder, a truly despicable villain, and a hero we can take to heart.That hero is Matthias, a young mouse who must rise above his fears and failures to save his friends at Redwall Abbey. The villain is Cluny the Scourage, one of the most deliciously despicable rats of all time. The unforgettable cast of supporting characters includes the stalwart badger Constance, an irrepressible hare named Basil Stag Hare, and the elderly wisemouse Brother Methuselah.
But most of all there is Matthias, seeking his true destiny in a journey that will lead through danger and despair to true wisdom.
There's something wonderful in hearing an author read his or her own work. And when that work is an epic adventure with a mouse for a hero and a rat for a villain, it's also just plain fun. This entertaining fantasy opens with Matthias, a clumsy young mouse who has big dreams of becoming a warrior. "Poor Matthias, alas for your ambition," says the head mouse of the peaceful little group. "The day of the warrior is gone." But even as the words are spoken, that day is about to change. Led by the deliciously evil Cluny the Scourge, a savage army of rats is heading for Redwall, destroying anything in its way: "A farmhouse set alight ... piglets, an entire litter of them eaten alive." Matthias is about to get his wish--the only thing that can save the idyllic world of Redwall is a true warrior. But, as the little mouse quickly learns, that's a title that must be earned.
Yes, the characters are mice and rats (and a badger and a few birds), but there are no song-and-dance numbers here. These mammals take their quest seriously, and author Brian Jacques narrates his tale with all the drama and passion of an old-time storyteller. The full cast of talented but little-known actors rounds out the story and helps bring the memorable characters of Redwall to complete and vivid life. (Running time: 10 hours and 43 minutes, eight cassettes) --Sara Nickerson
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