Into the Wild (Warriors (Avon Paperback)) (Paperback)
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品牌: Erin Hunter
基本信息·出版社：HarperCollins
·页码：288 页
·出版日期：2004年
·ISBN：0060525509
·条形码：9780060525507
·装帧：平装
·正文语种：英语
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内容简介Fire alone can save our clan...For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to the laws laid down by their warrior ancestors. But the ThunderClan cats are in grave danger, and the sinister ShadowClan grows stronger every day. Noble warriors are dying -- and some deaths are more mysterious than others.
In the midst of this turmoil appears an ordinary house cat named Rusty . . . who may turn out to be the bravest warrior of them all.
作者简介Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of cats and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural world. As well as having a great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich mythical explanations for animal behavior, shaped by her interest in astrology and standing stones.
编辑推荐From School Library Journal
Grade 5 Up-Rusty, a young "kittypet" (house cat), yearns for adventure. When he's offered the chance to join the ThunderClan, one of the gangs of feral cats in the area, he doesn't hesitate. Renamed Firepaw, he becomes an apprentice and begins to train as a warrior. After rescuing Yellowfang, ex-medicine cat for the ShadowClan who has fled for her life, Firepaw and the other ThunderClan members find themselves in the middle of a turf war against the rival gang, led by the nefarious Brokenstar. There's a traitor in their midst, though, and Firepaw must learn more than just hunting and fighting to survive. The author has created an intriguing world with an intricate structure and mythology, and an engaging young hero. The supporting cast of players is large and a little confusing, but there are standouts who give dimension to the tale. The difficult life of a feral cat is described in some detail, and a fair amount of violence is included. The ending is left ambiguous-there is definitely more to come. This is not as elegantly written as Brian Jacques's "Redwall" series (Philomel), but it's another option for fans of animal adventure/fantasy stories.
Mara Alpert, Los Angeles Public Library
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.--This text refers to theHardcoveredition.
FromBooklist
Gr. 6-9. For generations, four clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to laws laid down by powerful ancestral clans. But now things are changing: ShadowClan has banished WindClan and is threatening RiverClan and ThunderClan by insisting on hunting rights within their territories. What's more, each year the TwoLegs encroach further into the forest, and prey is becoming scarce. A prophecy reveals, "Fire alone can save [the] Clan." Into this dangerous situation wanders a "kittypet," a young, bright orange tomcat whose courage earns him, despite objections by some, a place as an apprentice ThunderClan warrior and the new name of Firepaw. In this first spine-tingling episode in the planned Warriors series, Firepaw learns the ways of the wild life, facing many dangers and treachery both within and without his new clan. Intelligence notwithstanding, the cat characters are true to their feline nature, making this sure to appeal to fans of Clare Bell's long-popularRatha's Creature(1983) and its sequels and also to followers of Brian Jacques' ongoing Redwall series.Sally Estes
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved--This text refers to theHardcoveredition.
Review
An extraordinarily compelling tale of Rusty, tame 'kittypet' troubled by strange dreams of hunting in the wild, and his adoption by a clan of wild cats living in the woods beyond his 'twoleg' home. The ThunderClan is in trouble, its warrior cat numbers dwindling and rivalry with the neighbouring RiverClan threatening its hunting grounds and food supply. Rusty proves his mettle and becomes an apprentice warrior, now named Firepaw, whose contribution will ultimately prove vital in determining the Clan's fate. This unusual theme is woven into a gripping saga with all the atmosphere and tension of the finest adult fiction, yet suitable for an audience of pre- and early-teens. The anthropomorphism is so far from the usual cute or patronising animal portrayals that even mature readers may readily identify with the characters. The cats' personalities are remarkably well-drawn - wise leader Bluestar, stern Tigerclaw, gentle but firm medicine cat Spottedleaf; the respected elders, the queens bearing or nursing kittens, and the other apprentices all achieve believable individuality. (Kirkus UK)
Hunter debuts with a suspenseful animal adventure that will leave readers eyeing Puss a bit nervously. House kitten Rusty is restless, bored with his safe, bland existence; no wonder he jumps at an invitation to join the feral cats in the woods. Now called Firepaw, he relishes his lessons in fighting, hunting wild prey, and above all becoming one with the close-knit, ferociously loyal ThunderClan. Although some scorn his "kittypet" origins, he gains the friendship of the other apprentice kittens, approval from the wise leader Bluestar, and a peculiar bond with the battered, bad-tempered loner Yellowfang. ThunderClan maintains an uneasy truce with the three other packs in the woods until militant ShadowClan lays claim to hunting rights in all territories, a demand they swiftly back up with murderous force. Such a threat serves the dangerously ambitious ThunderClan warrior Tigerclaw well-until Tigerclaw notices young Firepaw standing in his way. This is no charming tale of sweet moggies; despite a touch of mysticism, Hunter ruthlessly rejects any hint of sentimentality. Snapping bones, flowing blood, and sudden death abundantly demonstrate how these cats walk on the thin edge of survival. But Hunter also clearly conveys the exhilaration of freedom, the stimulation of the hunt, and the strength and comfort that comes from the clan's mutual loyalty. Teen readers will readily identify with Firepaw's strenuous efforts to fit into the group, applaud his courage to follow his own convictions, cheer his eventual recognition by ThunderClan, and rejoice at the promised sequel. (Fantasy. 11+) (Kirkus Reviews)
Warriors Into The Wild is the best book I've read in ages. It's really exciting and it's got lots of humour too! Even better than Brian Jaques' Redwall. I can't wait for the next one!John Wood (age 12)--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Review
"The cat characters are true to their feline nature, making this sure to appeal to fans of Clare Bell's long popular "Ratha's Creature" and its sequels and to followers of Brian Jacques' ongoing Redwall series." (Booklist )
"Action-packed adventure. Certain to please any young reader who has ever wondered what dreams of grandeur may haunt the family cat." (Publishers Weekly )
"[The] first spine-tingling episode in the planned Warriors series. Sure to appeal to...followers of Brian Jacques' ongoing Redwall series." (ALA Booklist )
