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flamepea's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed reading the origins of Bambi although it is inherently a lot darker that’s what made me pick up this book as I had heard from reviews.
It was a really beautiful yet harsh book that described Bambi’s struggles in the wilderness. Was nice to see a more true side to life then Walt Disney’s version.
I really recommend this to anyone! I only didn’t give it 5 stars because occasionally there wasn’t much going on in the book but I still really enjoyed it!
Also Faline and Bambi are cousins (like Nala and Simba) and Faline’s brother was cut out of the Bambi movie
It was a really beautiful yet harsh book that described Bambi’s struggles in the wilderness. Was nice to see a more true side to life then Walt Disney’s version.
I really recommend this to anyone! I only didn’t give it 5 stars because occasionally there wasn’t much going on in the book but I still really enjoyed it!
Also Faline and Bambi are cousins (like Nala and Simba) and Faline’s brother was cut out of the Bambi movie
ashdawn's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
bungadinding's review against another edition
3.0
Desain cover dan ilustrasinya imut menggemaskan, tetapi isi ceritanya jujur dan mentah, intens dan gelap dalam menggambarkan kerasnya kehidupan di alam liar... terutama dengan ancaman dari manusia.
ok7a's review against another edition
dark
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
katykelly's review against another edition
5.0
My ignorance will show here. I only ever knew this as a Disney film and only recently discovered its origins in literature. And that really is a shame. This novel really isn't for the demographic the film is aimed at, but it's a book I would want my own child to read before childhood's end.
More overtly than the book, we learn about the changing and cruel seasons, the danger of man (He), innocence and maturity, relationships and death. Quite a broad spectrum for a 200 page children's story about a deer.
And he is a dear. Little Bambi is much loved, and is born into a beautiful forest idyll, enchanted by the animals and world around him. There is no Thumper or Flower, but Faline (and her clearly doomed twin brother Gobo) is as lovely and sweet as you remember from the cartoon. We follow his growth to adolescent, to his first winter, encounters with the stag Prince, and yes, Man and his mother do meet. The scenes with humans in them are quite brutal, frightening and vivid - many friends die painful and protracted deaths, which for me prevents me from recommending this to children under eight.
The rituals of mating aren't shied away from, but nothing explicit is said, though adults reading will know what is going on.
In a pre-Lion King world, this really does show the circle of life in nature for all it is in reality - sometimes beautiful, sometimes inspiring, but often brutal and painful. Bambi's mother becomes distant, friends die at the hands of other friends, injuries are sustained, babies die.
You won't find twitterpating here, but you will find a beautiful account of the natural world that any childhood would benefit from reading. For adults too, seeing the innocent Bambi discover the joys and perils of his world is nostalgic, moving and riveting. The character of Gobo is especially poignant, in what is said and what is not said.
If you've never heard of this (like me!), it really is worth seeking out. The world needs its Disney, but it's important not to wash over the realities of life and over-protect young minds from the world. Especially when the writing is as good as it is here. Highly recommended.
More overtly than the book, we learn about the changing and cruel seasons, the danger of man (He), innocence and maturity, relationships and death. Quite a broad spectrum for a 200 page children's story about a deer.
And he is a dear. Little Bambi is much loved, and is born into a beautiful forest idyll, enchanted by the animals and world around him. There is no Thumper or Flower, but Faline (and her clearly doomed twin brother Gobo) is as lovely and sweet as you remember from the cartoon. We follow his growth to adolescent, to his first winter, encounters with the stag Prince, and yes, Man and his mother do meet. The scenes with humans in them are quite brutal, frightening and vivid - many friends die painful and protracted deaths, which for me prevents me from recommending this to children under eight.
The rituals of mating aren't shied away from, but nothing explicit is said, though adults reading will know what is going on.
In a pre-Lion King world, this really does show the circle of life in nature for all it is in reality - sometimes beautiful, sometimes inspiring, but often brutal and painful. Bambi's mother becomes distant, friends die at the hands of other friends, injuries are sustained, babies die.
You won't find twitterpating here, but you will find a beautiful account of the natural world that any childhood would benefit from reading. For adults too, seeing the innocent Bambi discover the joys and perils of his world is nostalgic, moving and riveting. The character of Gobo is especially poignant, in what is said and what is not said.
If you've never heard of this (like me!), it really is worth seeking out. The world needs its Disney, but it's important not to wash over the realities of life and over-protect young minds from the world. Especially when the writing is as good as it is here. Highly recommended.
pardesbookcase's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Personification in every breath, of every thing. Truly an ecosystem