The Science of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials
Title | The Science of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials PDF eBook |
Author | Mary Gribbin |
Publisher | Laurel Leaf |
Total Pages | 226 |
Release | 2008-12-24 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 030754544X |
HIS DARK MATERIALS IS SOON TO BE AN HBO ORIGINAL SERIES STARRING DAFNE KEEN, RUTH WILSON, JAMES McAVOY, AND LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA! Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy is renowned for its mystery and magic. What’s the truth behind it all? Is the golden compass actually based in science? How does the subtle knife cut through anything? Could there be a bomb like the one made with Lyra’s hair? How do the Gallivespians’ lodestone resonators really work? And, of course, what are the Dark Materials? Drawing on string theory and spacetime, quantum physics and chaos theory, award-winning science writers Mary and John Gribbin reveal the real science behind Philip Pullman’s bestselling fantasy trilogy in entertaining and crystal-clear prose. Don't miss Philip Pullman's epic new trilogy set in the world of His Dark Materials! ** THE BOOK OF DUST ** La Belle Sauvage—now in paperback The Secret Commonwealth—coming October 3
His Dark Materials Illuminated
Title | His Dark Materials Illuminated PDF eBook |
Author | Millicent Lenz |
Publisher | Wayne State University Press |
Total Pages | 260 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Literary Criticism |
ISBN | 9780814332078 |
The first critical analysis of Philip Pullman's cross-age fantasy trilogy.
The Rough Guide to Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials
Title | The Rough Guide to Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials PDF eBook |
Author | Paul Simpson |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2007 |
Genre | Fantasy fiction |
ISBN | 9781843539209 |
Exploring the origins of "His Dark Materials" back to the life of its creator, this resource also covers the creation of the trilogy, author Phillip Pullmans inspiration, response from reviewers, fans, and religious leaders, and a guide to the meaning of Pullmans alternate words.Rough Guide
Exploring Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials
Title | Exploring Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials PDF eBook |
Author | Lois H. Gresh |
Publisher | Macmillan |
Total Pages | 228 |
Release | 2007-10-30 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9780312347437 |
Examines the elements of religion, science, and fantasy in Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy, and includes a glossary and bibliography.
Dark Matter
Title | Dark Matter PDF eBook |
Author | Tony Watkins |
Publisher | InterVarsity Press |
Total Pages | 222 |
Release | 2006-01-01 |
Genre | Literary Criticism |
ISBN | 083083379X |
Uses a Christian perspective to interpret the popular trilogy, offering a look Pullman's life, an overview of the major dimensions of each book, and a critical evaluation of such major themes as sin and the death of God.
The Amber Spyglass
Title | The Amber Spyglass PDF eBook |
Author | Philip Pullman |
Publisher | Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers |
Total Pages | 561 |
Release | 2007 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 0375846735 |
Lyra and Will find themselves at the center of a battle between the forces of the Authority and those gathered by Lyra's father, Lord Asriel.
The Science of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials
Title | The Science of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials PDF eBook |
Author | John Gribbin |
Publisher | Hachette Children's |
Total Pages | 107 |
Release | 2017-11-16 |
Genre | Young Adult Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1444946684 |
The amazing true science behind the fiction of His Dark Materials, ideal for fans of the original trilogy and The Book of Dust, with an introduction by Philip Pullman. Award-winning science writers Mary and John Gribbin reveal how the world of Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy (Northern Lights, The Subtle Knife and The Amber Spyglass) is rooted in astonishing scientific truth. Drawing on string theory and spacetime, quantum physics and chaos theory, they answer fascinating questions such as: could parallel worlds like Will's and Lyra's really exist? How does the subtle knife cut through anything? Could there be a bomb like the one made with Lyra's hair? And, of course, what are the Dark Materials?