The Neverending Story (Firebird) by Michael Ende Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Neverending Story (Firebird)
Book Review: A lovely book everyone should own
Summary: 5 Stars
I can't recall when or why I decided to read this book, but I'm glad I did. I was unfamiliar with the author and the movie, so I really had no idea what to expect. Based on the five stars sitting atop this review, I'm sure you have know problem guessing I liked what I found.
This author tackled things in this story that he could have really screwed up on, but he handled them with a grace I've rarely seen. Not only that, but he successfully changed the story in a whole new one without making te book seem choppy.
I wouldn't recommend reading this book if you don't have the time to dedicate the necessary attention to it. This book is so full of genius ideas and concepts, I think everyone should have a clear head to enjoy it to it's fullest potential.
Book Review: PURE MAGIC...
Summary: 5 Stars
Bastian Balthazar Bux escapes his dreary life by reading books,and when he stumbles upon an old volume entitled ''The Never Ending Story'' he feels he must have it. In order to read the book,he hides in the school attic in hope that no one will find him. From the very first chapter,he is captivated by the magical world of Fantastica (the setting ot the story).But he discovers he has an important mission to fufill in this unusual world and is physically transported to the land of Fantastica. When he arrives, he discovers he has the ability to ''wish'' things into Fantastica, but with each wish, he looses part of his true idedntity. For me, this means we must visit out imaginations, and yet stay in tact with reality. The world Ende creates is as strange and wondorous as ''Wonderland'' or ''Oz'', and with an equal amount of charms and surprises.
In the begginnig, the world is presented as a dull and dreary place, as Batian sees it. When he comes back from Fantastica, we see the world through Bastian's enlightened eyes.
THE NEVER ENDING STORY leaves the reader with a shimering feeling of wonder, which stays with him long after the cover is closed.
Book Review: To be read, often.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have read this book almost every year since childhood, and as I've grown up, new layers of meaning appear to me. This is a neglected classic, sadly overshadowed by its cinematic versions. Book Review: Neverending Story Review
Summary: 5 Stars
The book I read is called the "Neverending Story", an adventure story where a boy named Bastian, a weakling, scaredy-cat, and failure. One day he steals a book from a small bookshop where he was hiding and ran away to school, where he sneaked into the school attic. He began reading and found out that in the book, a dark force called "The Nothing" was consuming a world called Fantastica. At the heart of Fantastica is the Ivory Tower, where the people gathered to discuss the situation. They called upon Atreyu, a plains warrior, to find a cure for the Empress, the only one that can save Fantastica. Atreyu had many difficulties, faced dangers, met friends, and almost got consumed by The Nothing. He ended up back at the Ivory Tower when the remains of Fantastica where in utter space. Bastian was able to communicate to the Empress and saved Fantastica from total destruction. Bastian was granted as many wishes as he wanted, so he restored Fantastica, rode on the white dragon Falcor, and was able to ride him on Earth.
I thought this book was influential because it taught me more about Intellectual Perseverance, to never give up, no matter the situation. Before I read this book I thought it would be boring and long, considering the title. But after I read it, I was glad I got the book. This book told me that all people have dreams and a meaning in life. I learned that sometimes you have to sacrifice some things for others, no matter how hard it may be. The style of this book is unique not only because of the story but how the chapters are made. There are 26 chapters, every chapter starting with a big letter in the alphabet on the beginning page, decorated to describe the chapter's main idea. "The Neverending Story" is a very touching book that will inspire many.
Book Review: What fun!
Summary: 4 Stars
This book invokes alot of nostalgia, purely for being just as good as the movie, and letting you recall that experience more intimately, through reading. The hardcover edition I read was extra delightful as 'real world' references wre printed in purple, while Fantasia occurences are in green.