The first of 5 chronicles of Prydain follows Taran, Assistant Pig-Keeper, and his intrepid mates. This series is touched by Welsh mythology. -- Chris V.

This is perfect reading for any budding writer. It's much more practical than a how-to book, showing and being the practice, without the preaching. Funny and mean in its characterization, this book illustrates the awkwardness of middle school, as well as the eccentricity that is a direct result, and lingers on into "grown-up"-hood. -- Jen

Brilliant if for nothing else than its vivd descriptions of food, eating, and other sensory delights. The book lives while you read it. And it's witty, too! -- Yves

Timeless for its warmth, beauty, and simplicity. Timely for the imagery brought to mind. Both Milosevic and Wall Street would do well to take time out to smell some flowers. -- Frank

A warm, touching story of friendship, love, and generosity over time. -- Joanna

An engaging book for any child who enjoys reading; it has a lot of fantasy as well as adult (scientific) ideas. Exciting because of its challenges, and so well-written. -- Yves

The first (and probably still the best) post-apocalyptic fiction I ever read. Three boys negotiate their way across Europe to avoid being Capped and enslaved by the earth-conquering Tripods. First in a trilogy. -- Michael F.