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Arthur Spiderwick's Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You by Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi
claerey's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
ricksilva's review
5.0
This is a companion book to the Spiderwick Chronicles novel series by DiTerlizzi and Black, with a few references to the stories, including an addendum by one of the main characters.
But primarily, this stands on its own as a gorgeous interpretation of the natural history of faerie and mythical creatures from elves to sea serpents to sprites and boggarts. DiTerlizzi's illustrations are lovely, and there are some very clever details. His merfolk were among my favorites, with their "hair" serving as gill filaments. There is a good mix of original ideas and traditional folklore in the descriptions, and some nice hints of stories to be discovered.
This would serve as an excellent roleplaying supplement for a GM who enjoys homebrewing creature stats, and it is an entertaining and inspiring read on its own.
But primarily, this stands on its own as a gorgeous interpretation of the natural history of faerie and mythical creatures from elves to sea serpents to sprites and boggarts. DiTerlizzi's illustrations are lovely, and there are some very clever details. His merfolk were among my favorites, with their "hair" serving as gill filaments. There is a good mix of original ideas and traditional folklore in the descriptions, and some nice hints of stories to be discovered.
This would serve as an excellent roleplaying supplement for a GM who enjoys homebrewing creature stats, and it is an entertaining and inspiring read on its own.
sphynxreads's review
informative
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
4.0
A beautifully illustrated and intriguing collection. I wish it was thicker than it was, but the beauty of the Spiderwick books is that much is left to the imagination, and the parts that we are aware of provide enough mystery for us to wonder.
toad_maiden's review
4.0
This was a re-read for me, but just as lovable as the first time. Such delightful illustrations and the text is equal parts whimsical imagination and well researched folklore--which is truly Holly Black's forte. A modern fantasy classic.
beckylouise2904's review
5.0
Absolutely beautiful book, wonderful illustrations and a brilliant accompanying volume to the series.
dominil's review against another edition
5.0
Tutto quel che si può desiderare da una guida alle creature fantastiche.
Disegni eccezionali, curiosità e stravaganze completano quell'universo che ho adorato nelle Cronache di Spiderwick.
Ovviamente non si può non essere affascinati da questo libro, soprattutto a una certa età.
Disegni eccezionali, curiosità e stravaganze completano quell'universo che ho adorato nelle Cronache di Spiderwick.
Ovviamente non si può non essere affascinati da questo libro, soprattutto a una certa età.