Watership Down
A Novel
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4.5 • 35 Ratings
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- $13.99
Publisher Description
Now with a new introduction by Madeline Miller, the New York Times bestselling author of The Song of Achilles and Circe.
The 50th anniversary edition of Richard Adam’s timeless classic, the tale of a band of wild rabbits struggling to hold onto their place in the world—“a classic yarn of discovery and struggle” (The New York Times).
A worldwide bestseller for over thirty years, Watership Down is one of the most beloved novels of all time. Set in England’s Downs, a once idyllic rural landscape, this stirring tale follows a band of very special creatures on their flight from the intrusion of man and the certain destruction of their home. Led by a stouthearted pair of brothers, they journey from their native Sandleford Warren, through the harrowing trials posed by predators and adversaries, and toward the dream of a mysterious promised land and a more perfect society.
“Spellbinding…Marvelous…A taut tale of suspense, hot pursuit and derring-do.” —Chicago Tribune
Customer Reviews
Stellar
A casual read above all else. Will set you wishing you could come back for more brilliant adventures.
Compelling characters and a fantastic story drives this book to its incredible ending.
Made me cry
I purchased the paperback version on this book, when it first came out. It made me cry. After I bot my iPad, I downloaded the D/C of it, so I could keep it. (paperback long gone) I decided to read it again .... normally I do not read books a second time. Darn, if it didn't make me cry again! For a children's book, that was pretty good! Would I recommend this book? Yes, again and again!
Superb
An absolute must read. The best book I've ever read.