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A review by caitlyn
The Illustrated World of Mortal Engines by Philip Reeve, Jeremy Levett
5.0
This has to be one of the most beautiful books I have ever read. Every page is a delight. It combines the authors' excellent 'historical' account of the rise of tractionism with gorgeous illustrations, diagrams and maps from a range of illustrators.
I have loved the Mortal Engines (and Fever crumb) books ever since I read them many years ago, and reading this book brought back so many wondeful memories. The many inside jokes made me smile and even laugh out loud sometimes. I also teared up on a few occasions when reading about favourite characters or places.
As I read, I was reminded of the immense amount of work and creativity that has gone in to the world-building for these books. The history of tractionism is well planned out and thoughtfully created and this would be a great achievement on its own. However, it is made even more impressive by the way the authors have managed to link our world and the times we live in now to this far off future.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys the Mortal Engines series. I think it is best to read all of the Mortal Engines and Fever Crumb books first so that you get the most from all the little details and so you aren't spoiled for anything. It is a fabulous collector's piece that I shall treasure forever.
I have loved the Mortal Engines (and Fever crumb) books ever since I read them many years ago, and reading this book brought back so many wondeful memories. The many inside jokes made me smile and even laugh out loud sometimes. I also teared up on a few occasions when reading about favourite characters or places.
As I read, I was reminded of the immense amount of work and creativity that has gone in to the world-building for these books. The history of tractionism is well planned out and thoughtfully created and this would be a great achievement on its own. However, it is made even more impressive by the way the authors have managed to link our world and the times we live in now to this far off future.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys the Mortal Engines series. I think it is best to read all of the Mortal Engines and Fever Crumb books first so that you get the most from all the little details and so you aren't spoiled for anything. It is a fabulous collector's piece that I shall treasure forever.