On the Redwall Series
Posted on July 16, 2008
Filed Under Books
I do not know what it was that had me hooked. Was it the idea of anthropomorphic furry woodland critters? The sense of adventure imbued on every page? The mouth watering descriptions of feasts?
Since I was young, I found immense enjoyment in Brian Jacques’ Redwall series. I do not remember which book I read first, but I recall that it was written by a master of description. Soon my mind was spurned to imagine the banter and banquets and battles that spread throughout the pages and throughout all the books. I would read and re-read, taking in every meticulously described detail, rejoicing with every new book added to the series.
And there I had it. What I enjoyed most was that the story went on. That every year or so, a new book was added to the series. Maybe not always in chronological order, but that did not matter. The continuity of the story reflected my own desires, to realize that one mattered. That one’s own story mattered, just as every part of the Redwall epic made a difference on the grand scale.
Even now, picking up a Redwall book, after years of abandonment, I retain the fondest memories, and feel fulfilled again as only a child could. I strongly recommend the series, even if just as a leisurely read, to readers of all ages.
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