A Guide Book to the Great Tree (Guardians of Ga'hoole Series)
Finally, for all free folk of air, land, and water seeking knowledge of the Great Ga'Hoole Tree; its ways, its days, its heroes known and unknown... a Guide!\ Studious by nature, fortunate to have been present at the most glorious moments in the tree's recent history, and above all honored to count as friends its most ardent champions, I, Otulissa, have decided to write a compendium, a catchall -a guide, in short- to the history, life, and spirit of the tree. Pause a moment before the next...
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Studious by nature, fortunate to have been present at the most glorious moments in the tree's recent history, and above all honored to count as friends its most ardent champions, I, Otulissa, have decided to write a compendium, a catchall -a guide, in short- to the history, life, and spirit of the tree. Pause a moment before the next adventure begins to read of its natural history, its origin, and yearly changes. Read of its lesser-known heroes: of Joss, brave messenger of legends; of the brothers Ifghar and Ezylryb and the treachery that bound them; of Theo, the peaceful warrior. Learn of Gylfie, Digger, and Twilight's lives before they came to the tree. Read tales of Strix Struma, Uglamore, Trader Mags, and others. Many are the adventures still unsung! And many the brave deeds unheralded! Read of ages lost and dark; of strange ailments infecting the tree itself. Learn the feasts and holidays celebrated under moon and sun. Scan the maps, study the drawings, sample the recipes! Dear reader, though you be distant from The Great Tree, lift this tome to your eyes and learn what it is to be a Guardian!Children's LiteratureOne of two planned companion books to the bestselling "Guardians of Ga'Hoole" series, A Guide Book to the Great Tree tells the history of the Guardian owls' home from the point of view of Otulissa, the tree's resident historian. Chapters include the story of the tree itself—from its magical germination to various blights that have threatened it—the education undertaken to become one of the legendary Guardians, untold back stories of some of the tree's most revered and notorious inhabitants, a calendar and explanation of celebrations/holidays, a description of the owls' daily schedule from sundown to sunup, and a "Hoo's Hoo" and comprehensive glossary of owl words. Readers should note that this is strictly a companion piece to the series: little to no surrounding history is given of characters, wars, settlements, and so forth, and entries are written with a descriptive thoroughness that is more encyclopedic than literary. For fans of the "Guardians of Ga'Hoole," though, Huang's book sheds new light on heroes and villains, while also providing enough detail to let young minds fantasize about undergoing chaw training (owl school) and becoming a Ga'Hoole historian themselves. Reviewer: Cara Chancellor
\ From Barnes & NobleThis companion guide to the Guardians of Ga'hoole epic untangles the complicated plots and character interactions of this popular extended series. Kathryn Huang presents a clear history of the great tree, its guardians, and its enemies. In addition to its lucid, engaging text, A Guide Book to the Great Tree contains maps, drawings, and even recipes. A handy handbook to an incomparable series.\ \ \ \ \ Children's Literature\ - Cara Chancellor\ One of two planned companion books to the bestselling "Guardians of Ga'Hoole" series, A Guide Book to the Great Tree tells the history of the Guardian owls' home from the point of view of Otulissa, the tree's resident historian. Chapters include the story of the tree itself—from its magical germination to various blights that have threatened it—the education undertaken to become one of the legendary Guardians, untold back stories of some of the tree's most revered and notorious inhabitants, a calendar and explanation of celebrations/holidays, a description of the owls' daily schedule from sundown to sunup, and a "Hoo's Hoo" and comprehensive glossary of owl words. Readers should note that this is strictly a companion piece to the series: little to no surrounding history is given of characters, wars, settlements, and so forth, and entries are written with a descriptive thoroughness that is more encyclopedic than literary. For fans of the "Guardians of Ga'Hoole," though, Huang's book sheds new light on heroes and villains, while also providing enough detail to let young minds fantasize about undergoing chaw training (owl school) and becoming a Ga'Hoole historian themselves. Reviewer: Cara Chancellor\ \
