The Curse of the Gloamglozer: The Edge Chronicles - Hardcover

Paul Stewart

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0385602014 ISBN 13: 9780385602013

Publisher: Doubleday UK, 2001

Synopsis

‘Oh, Sky above!’ Linius wailed. ‘If I had known then what I know now...’

Quint, son of a sky pirate captain, and new apprentice to Linius Pallitax, the Most High Academe, has been set some highly important tasks. Just how important, Quint is about to find out as he and Linius’s only daughter, Maris, are plunged into a terrifying adventure that takes them deep within the rock upon which Sanctaphrax is built. Here, they unwittingly invoke an ancient curse — the curse of the gloamglozer...

A dramatic and exuberant fantasy filled with colourful characters and illustrated with exquisite detail.
From the Trade Paperback edition.

About this title

About the Author:

Paul Stewart is the author of many books for children including The Midnight Hand and The Wakening. He lives in Brighton, England.

Chris Riddell has illustrated many books for children and has been shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal and the Kurt Maschler Award. He is also the acclaimed political cartoonist for the Guardian and the Observer. He lives in Sussex, England.

From School Library Journal:

Grade 5-8 - A fine addition to a series that will find a home with fans of British fantasy. The first three volumes recount the escapades of young Twig in the Edge in a flat world with floating sky ships and a vast array of often deadly creatures. This fourth book goes back in time to tell the story of Twig's parents, Quint and Maris. Quint, the teenage son of a sky pirate, is apprenticed to Maris's father, Linius Pallitax, the High Academe of the floating city of Sanctaphrax. During the day, Quint endures tedious studies, but at night, he is sent on mysterious errands. As his master becomes increasingly distraught and distant, Quint realizes that the man is involved in something terrible that may put Sanctaphrax at risk. With the help of Maris, he learns the truth about Linius's secret endeavors and ensures the safety of the city. Unlike the previous titles, which involved adventurous journeys, this installment is a localized mystery. Another change is the addition of a major female character. The primary charm of this world remains the imaginative settings and creatures that are clearly depicted through detailed descriptions and delicate black-and-white illustrations. Although these passages may at times be slow going for less dedicated readers, series followers will devour this prequel. For newcomers, it is complete and satisfying on its own. - Jenna Miller, Alachua County Library District, Gainesville, FL
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About this edition

• Publisher: Doubleday UK
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0385602014
• ISBN 13: 9780385602013
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 309