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Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal: Creation Myths, Volume 1 (2011)

by Brian Holguin(Favorite Author)

3.99 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

193639300X (ISBN13: 9781936393008)

languge

English

genre

Fantasy

publisher

Archaia

review 1: Gorgeous, gorgeous artwork. Bright, rich colors, expressive panels, perfectly capturing the vision and strangeness of Henson's original. The story is good, too; I particularly liked learning more about the how the UrSkeks came to Thra, Augra's relationship to the Gelflings, and the tension and suspicion the UrSkeks' arrival precipitated. I was disappointed when this one ended, and I look forward to getting Part II from Interlibrary Loan (although I can't right now because I'm at my ILL limit!)
review 2: WHEN THREE WERE MADE ONE!Delightful, enthralling fantasy based on the cinematic creativity of the late Jim Henson, this book proves much deeper than mere action-oriented adventure--of which there is plenty. Almost a psychological novel, THE DARK CRYSTAL reveals ... morethe coming-of-age of the last male Gelfling on the planet of Thra. From his quiet, dreamy existence in the secluded valley with the ponderous but cerebral urRu, Jen must suddenly depart on a Quest whose details are not fully explained to him. This gentle boy leaves his comfort zone in a desperate attempt to save his planet from another miillenium of destructive rule. Jen's goal is to find a special crystal shard and reunite it with the mother crystal--now dark with grief and anger at the senseless destruction. This crystal is coveted and guarded in the Dark Castle by the vicious race of Skeksis, who terrorize the planet with their bat spies and insect zombies. Our unlikely hero has only his flute and his wits to guide him, but several surprise friends offer help and advice along his dangerous odyssey--including the last girl Gelfling. Together they race against celestial time, as the Great Conjunction of the triple suns is imminent. I must admit that I picked up the book because I had seen the mesmerizing movie, in which no human face is seen, yet the characters express and inspire human emotions. But this novel stands proudly on its own merit, just as the Dark Cyrstal hangs mysteriously suspended in mid-air. This is high adventure at its best, coupled with penetrating psychological drama, as the author reveals the various nefarious schemes and motivations of the evil characters. Also the vacillations and maturation of the innocent Gelfling pair, driven by ancient Prophecy. Fear no Hollywood hack job, but settle back to enjoy a wonderful read--for kids of All ages! (March 18, 2010. I welcome dialgoue with teachers.) less

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