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Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones (2008, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-100061478784
ISBN-139780061478789
eBay Product ID (ePID)63382474
Product Key Features
Book TitleHowl's Moving Castle
Number of Pages448 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicTravel, Fantasy & Magic, Action & Adventure / General, General
Publication Year2008
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorDiana Wynne Jones
Book SeriesWorld of Howl Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight10.2 Oz
Item Length7.6 in
Item Width5.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromThird Grade
Series Volume Number1
Grade ToSeventh Grade
Dewey Decimal[Fic]
Synopsis"A true original." --Katherine Rundell, bestselling author of Impossible Creatures This entrancing classic fantasy novel is filled with surprises at every turn. An international bestseller, this much-loved book is the source for the Academy Award nominee for Best Animated Feature. Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. But when she unwittingly attracts the ire of the Witch of the Waste, Sophie finds herself under a horrid spell that transforms her into an old lady. Her only chance at breaking it lies in the ever-moving castle in the hills: the Wizard Howl's castle. To untangle the enchantment, Sophie must handle the heartless Howl, strike a bargain with a fire demon, and meet the Witch of the Waste head-on. Along the way, she discovers that there's far more to Howl--and herself--than first meets the eye. What will happen to Sophie Hatter when she enters Howl's castle? In this giant jigsaw puzzle of a fantasy, people and things are never quite what they seem. Destinies are intertwined, identities exchanged, lovers confused. All fans of classic fantasy books deserve the pleasure of reading those by Diana Wynne Jones, whose acclaim included the World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement. The three books in the World of Howl are: Howl's Moving Castle Castle in the Air House of Many Ways Other beloved series from Dianna Wynne Jones include the Chronicles of Chrestomanci and the Dalemark Quartet., Hayao Miyazaki's Academy Award-nominated film introduced the Wizard Howl to new fans. Now the classic novel and its companion, "Castle in the Air," are back in these new editions featuring new cover art., Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to fail miserably should she ever leave home to seek her fate. But when she unwittingly attracts the ire of the Witch of the Waste, Sophie finds herself under a horrid spell that transforms her into an old lady. Her only chance at breaking it lies in the ever-moving castle in the hills: the Wizard Howl's castle. To untangle the enchantment, Sophie must handle the heartless Howl, strike a bargain with a fire demon, and meet the Witch of the Waste head-on. Along the way, she discovers that there's far more to Howl and herself than first meets the eye. "
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- 14 Feb, 2016Top favourable review
Howl's Moving Castle is an enchanting story, rather like fairy tale.
Howl's Moving Castle is an enchanting story, rather like fairy tale. Howl's Moving Castle is about, Sophie a plucky young women, who is discontented with her boring life, working in a hat shop, until, she is cursed by the Witch of the Waste. Sophie goes on a journey to break the spell, she is under. On Sophie's journey she meets Howl. Howl's the powerful wizard that can break Sophie's curse. But its hard to break a curse that was put on you by the ancient powerful Witch of the Waste and to top it off you can't tell anyone about, because the curse prevents you. Howl's an sly, selfish, cowardly, and as vane as a peacock and you can't pin him down to anything. But with a plucky women like Sophie Howl had no chance, he had help her. In the end Sophie does not need to be saved by Howl because she saves him. This story of full of fairly tale like elements and interesting things like: magic, fire demons, moving castles, magic portals, missing princes, princess, curses, magical falling stars, magical disguises, heart less wizards, hopping scarecrows, seven league boots, and cloaks of invisibility. It is a excellent read and I would recommend this book to people who love fairy tale or fantasy stories.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 29 May, 2018Top critical review
Best cover
I did not like the book at all, all the things i liked about the movie was removed from the book and a hundred unneccecary things were added. The cover, however, was absolutely stunning and makes me want to display the book in my house had it not been such a stinging reminder of how wrong the book was to me.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 20 Mar, 2018
Used Howl's Moving Castle
The book arrived quickly. It's a used book so wear/use was expected. The story itself is light hearted and fun. It is different than the movie but still entertaining. It fills in a few holes/questions the movie leaves you with.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Nov, 2017
Movie is better
This book is written for a third grade reading level. It has cute parts, but I think the film makes the characters a bit more likeable. That being said, I'm still glad I read this book. It's always fun to see the differences of film and book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 11 Nov, 2020
Best book ever
The quality was better than expected, and as always I love this book. If you enjoy the Studio Ghibli version, you've got to read the book too!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Sep, 2018
Fantastic
Reading this for a book club, but have always wanted to read it. Love the story so far. Came on time and in good shape!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Feb, 2019
Decent copy didn’t get for collectors value
Good B day present for my mother she absolutely loves the movie that ghibli studios made I’m positive she will love the book just much if not moreVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 24 Jul, 2019
Mini fantasy vacation
Plain old fashioned fun, and begins pretty much from chapter 3 on.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 Oct, 2016
GREAT BUY
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 13 Feb, 2016
perfect
I bought this book because I fell in love with the movieVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
