The Phantom Tollbooth
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster is a timeless fantasy novel published by HarperCollins Children’s in 2008. This new edition spans 255 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Milo on his extraordinary voyage through imaginative realms such as the Land of Expectation and the Doldrums, where he encounters a variety of quirky characters, including Tock the watchdog and the Gelatinous Giant.
Readers will find a blend of adventure and humor as Milo navigates these fantastical landscapes, each filled with unique challenges and whimsical encounters. The narrative explores themes of curiosity and the importance of learning, making it a delightful read for both children and adults. This edition also features a special introduction by Diana Wynne Jones, adding further context to Juster’s beloved classic.
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The timeless, classic fantasy novel, beloved by generations of readers.
Milo’s extraordinary voyage takes him into such places as the Land of Expectation, the Doldrums, the Mountains of Ignorance and the Castle in the Air. He meets the weirdest and most unexpected characters (such as Tock, the watchdog, the Gelatinous Giant, and the Threadbare Excuse, who mumbles the same thing over and over again), and, once home, can hardly wait to try out the Tollbooth again. But will it be still there when he gets back from school?
This edition of Norton Juster’s classic story includes a special “Why You’ll Love This Book” introduction by award-winning author, Diana Wynne Jones.
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