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Summary: Classic Work of Literature for ALL ages
Review: i read this book when i first started my second semester english class because it was lying around and i couldnt find another book to read, but now, im glad i did read it. its a wonderful book, full of adventure of thrill.. it really left me on the edge of my seat, wanting to know what was going to happen next with Hazel and his friends, and the dictionary in the back is fun to look at when u dont know what one of the authors words mean. Best of all, kids of all ages can relate to the book, and even if your not a kid, its still a good book to read in your spare time. i reccomend this book to people who have nothing better to do.. enjoy a good story once in a while.. even if it is about a fantasy world of rabbits and their society.. although i did get wrapped up in the book, because the author uses imagery strongly, leaving you with an almost movie like version of the book playing in your head.. buy this book.. not becuase you can, but becuase i said so...
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Summary: So so book
Review: I admit, going into this book I thought it was going to be terrible. It was not my favorite book, but it was kind of entertaining. It is not the kind of book I would usually read, so it broadened my horizons.I did almost fall asleep a couple of times, and I didn't really have a drive to read it(English assignment). I thought the whole plot got really predictable towards the end. I also thought it to be bland with no real variety in sentences. So overall, if your into this variety of books, you will probably like it, but if you are a literal thinker, you will probably find it boring and silly.
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Summary: I LOVE IT!!
Review: Watership Down is the best book in the universe! Despite a slow beggining, Watership Down is sweet, simple, and full of adventure. I'm 13, and no, I don't cringe at the thought of 400 pages full of sweet and gentle rabbits, and their attempts to make a difference in the world. This is a SURE read for the simple nature lover.
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Summary: Watership Down
Review: I, for one, think that Watership Down is a GREAT book. It's isn't your everyday, little 'smiley, fluffy bun-bun' rabbit book. Oh no. This is far from it. Hazel, a born leader, and Fiver, a streetwise and slightly eccentric character, are just 'kids'. Yet, when they team up with the strongest rabbit around, they successfully escape the danger of which Fiver predicts for the future. Bringing along some of the other bunnies (by using this term don't think I mean 'fluffy bun-bun'), they learn teamwork can save lives and freedom. So join this AWESOME adventure and BUY THIS BOOK.
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Summary: Great Work, NOT WRITTEN FOR CHILDREN
Review: I would like to state first off that THIS IS NOT A CHILDREN'S BOOK. Not only is the story more complicated for younger readers (and more than a simple "adventure"), its subject matter and themes are serious and not relevant to most children. That is evident in all the previous reviews by children (who were usually forced to read the book in school) who either call the book boring, too long or stupid. It is difficult for many to understand entirely what this book represents and as a potential reader, you must recognize that prior to a decision to read this book. That is not to say children can't read and enjoy this book; to the contrary, the story transverses all age groups (my point being that many people assume that because of the grade at which it is assigned in most schools it is written for children, which it IS NOT--can I make that clearer?). What children miss and what I feel is the essential ingredient to this work is in its allegory which manifests itself ultimately in Adams' portrayal of rabbits as humans. It is up to the reader how much of this allegory he/she wishes to embrace (and I'm sure I've embellished more than a few allegorical connections myself). It has been said before, but the rabbits in Watership Down represent specific and irrefutable, even if simplified, characteristics of the human race. They also live and breathe in a rabbit world littered with the political and social structures that dominate our civilization (as humans). Adams' work also describes, on a somewhat diminished scale, the attitudes of man towards nature; besides other rabbits, mankind seems to be the strongest enemy and most obstacles the rabbits must overcome are man-made.For these reasons (and many more not listed), I feel Watership Down is best read with these factors in mind, which to me make it a decidedly mature story and a mistake to be considered a children's book. There are many summaries of the plot below, so I won't go into detail here, except to say that it is a well written story and wonderful adventure that can be enjoyed on many levels. I would encourage you to read it and decide for yourself what it will give to you.
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Summary: This Book is One of The Best Ones in a While
Review: Most books are short but sweet and you only think about them for the time that you read, but this is one of those books that make you sad or happy for a long long time. This is a must see for anyone who wants an adventure. Traveling with Hazel-rah and his friends will be so interesting, you'll keep reading until this last word.
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Summary: An Awsome Adventure
Review: The book showed great hradships. It was truley amazing. I enjoyed reading it and learning about rabbits. My favorite character was Keehar.
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Summary: An Important Literary Masterpiece
Review: This has been officially my "favorite book" since age 10 (which was 18 years ago.) I still love it. If you've only read it once, it's possible you would get even more out of it the second or third time. The evocative themes are very relevant to moral choices you might make at any stage of life. The integrity and courage of the rabbit heroes is astonishing. Appreciation of the writing inspires you to be a better person--braver and kinder. Nothing else compares to the adventure and relevance of this impressive literary work. One thing I noticed more as I grew older is the natural beauty of the English countryside Adams describes, and the sad theme of humans destroying the environment and habitats of animals.
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Summary: All the thrills and inspiration of Tolkien, half the scope!
Review: This is the book I have been searching for, for some time now. I was enthralled from the beginning, taken with the idea of following Rabbits on an adventure. The alagorical sense of the book is clear from the start, but I let myself just enjoy the story the first time through, sure that I will disect this book over many future readings. I found myself unable to remain seated as I read 'Cry havoc! And let slip the dogs of war!' Shakespear for sure, but fitting in this epic novel. This book has all the adventure, suspense and glory of the great works in fiction, all told from a Rabbit's point of view. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for inspiration in their life.
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Summary: The best story ever written!!!
Review: I chose to read this book for my 10th grade honors English. I was surprised at how great of a book it is... there is alot more to it than battles (although the battles are awesome)... Adams has crawled into the minds of Rabbits, and how well he does it. The story begins with a rabbit having a strong premonition of danger. They gather as many rabbits that will come with them and set out across the plains of England. They have to outwit predators, people, and other dangers like rivers to get to... well, they don't know where they're going! However, they soon catch sight of Watership Down in the distance, and head for it. They soon build a warren and try to live in peace. However, they find they have another problem to face when they realize that there are no female rabbits! They have to raid a terribly war-like and horrible warren to get them, and the accounts of battles for the rabbits to escape with their lives are enthralling! Only later do they learn what has happened from the home they left...
I definitely reccomend this book to anyone who can read it. This is a great story that nearly made me cry at the end ( and I'm a guy so thats pretty tough!) READ IT!!!!!!!!!!!
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