Susan Cooper, quote from Over Sea, Under Stone "For half an hour they poked about in a happy dusty dream, through the junk and broken furniture and ornaments. "Over Sea, Under Stone" is fine and bright; the dustwrapper is price-clipped and has the tiniest bit of wear at the edges, else it is fine as well. No Import Fees Deposit & $10.99 Shipping to France. The first book in Susan Cooper's "The Dark is Rising" series. We dont share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we dont sell your information to others. Through the growing haze she saw a dim shape move, down on the water, and above it a brief flash of light; first a red pinprick in the gloom, and then a green, and white points of light above both. They stay in The Grey House, which belongs to a Captain Toms, who has left behind his red setter Rufus for them to look after. Over Sea, Under Stone by Susan Cooper | Teens | This book has not been rated. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. dustjacket Summary Simon, Jane and Barney Drew visit the seaside village of Trewissick in Cornwall with their parents, to stay with "Great-Uncle Merry". The last date is today's Merriman Lyon, who helps the children through their adventures, is Merlin, Arthur's magician, who is now living in the twentieth century. Over Sea, Under Stone by Susan Cooper Novel Study. Over Sea Under Stone is a great book, just as vivid and imaginative as ever. In 1995 Armada Productions adapted Over Sea, Under Stone for BBC Radio 4 as part of its Children's Radio 4 strand, and followed in 1997 with an adaptation of its sequel The Dark Is Rising (both under their original titles). Shell hold us all, anyway. The movie is based off the second book however. The crowds were thinning now, and through the barrier they could see clear blue sky out over the station yard. Want to Read. Both are linked to the Arthurian legends, both involve children on holiday trying to solve a mystery, both involve shady clergy and absent adults and robberies. Combines Manichaen theology with The Magic Treehouse, Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2019. I might have known. Ever since he had learned to read, Barneys greatest heroes had been King Arthur and his knights. There was something about Great-Uncle Merry that was like the hills, or the sea, or the sky; something ancient, but without age or end. There is much to like about Cooper's writing, her characters and sense of place are strong but deep within the veins of the words is this sense of a connection with our history and heritage. I also noticed many similarities to another beloved English fantasy book from my childhood, The Box of Delights. Ive heard that the later books in this classic childrens fantasy series are much more accomplished, and theres enough whimsy and heart in this one to encourage me to see if thats so. 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On dry land, out here in the sun? Yes, you will, she looks a bit green already. Great stories live on and satisfy us no matter our age. Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. The way they interacted felt realistic and it helped me to enjoy the story even more. Jane said: Do you think there is anything odd about her? Odd? Shes a beauty. Whats so marvellous about that? Jane said. I feel like this series should be read by every young kid because it instilled a sense of wonder in me. The Dark is Rising is actually the second book in the series, and much like another famous English fantasy series **coughNarniacough**, the second book is the better one; though in that case you get in to written chronology versus story chronology, and the conversation becomes complicated. He bit his lip. It is even more than that -- the key to finding a grail, a source of power to fight the forces of evil known as the Dark. Darling, be careful, Mother said. Three children on holiday in Cornwall with their parents and a mysterious uncle discover an ancient treasure map lost in a secret room in the house they are staying in. I will dispense with any sort of summary of the story; dozens of reviewers have done that quite well. He was all in navy-blue, his trousers tucked into Wellington boots; he had a short, thick neck and a strangely flat face, twisted now with ill temper. Over Sea, Under Stone Chapter One Where is he? Barney hopped from one foot to the other as he clambered down from the train, peering in vain through the white-faced crowds flooding eagerly to the St Austell ticket barrier. Rate this book. help you understand the book. I will dispense with any sort of summary of the story; dozens of reviewers have done that quite well. A positive resolution occurs, and the first part of the what's-really-going-on explanation is given for this "world." Over Sea, Under Stone Susan Cooper 3.85 50,342 ratings2,665 reviews Want to read Kindle $7.99 Rate this book On holiday in Cornwall, the three Drew children discover an ancient manuscript and map in the attic of the house that they are staying in. Enabling JavaScript in your browser will allow you to experience all the features of our site. They heard the rattle of rigging, very faint across the water, and the throaty cough of an engine. As he did so they heard a clatter of feet moving rapidly over hollow wood from inside the injured fishing-boat. Well written, wonderfully imagined and perfectly set with good characterisations, an engaging plot. The sunlight glinting on his white hair, Great-Uncle Merry scooped up their two biggest suitcases, one under each arm, and strode across the yard to a car. The forces of Dark want the map too for its unlimited power and with the help of Uncle Merry it is a mad race to see who can find it first. The Dark is Rising by Susan Cooper, was prescribed reading when I was in primary school, and come to think of it, it was one of my first forays into fantasy literature. With every long stride he seemed to merge into the night, as if he belonged to the mystery, and the silence and the small nameless sounds. But I did want this to have a bit more heart-stirring magic in it than it does; it wound up being only mildly diverting. While Jane is alone in the Grey House she finds a guidebook to Trewissick, written by the local vicar, in an old trunk. He might take years and years. It came out when I was a schoolgirl, and I cant imagine why I didnt come across it then, immersed as I was in John Masefield, Edith Nesbit, Tolkien, Alan Garner, CS Lewis etc. "[5], In 1969, the BBC's Jackanory series featured a 5-part adaptation of Over Sea, Under Stone. Youm on holiday here, I dessay. Were staying in the Grey House, Simon said. undersea: [adjective] being or carried on under the sea or under the surface of the sea. I am on a serious childhood nostalgia bender over here. The captain couldnt take him abroad, so Rufus goes with the Grey House. He folded himself into the driving seat. He was staring at a large black suitcase among the forest of shuffling legs. Scrabbling on the floor by the back seat, she glanced up and stared for a moment through the windscreen, surprised. Girls! said Simon cheerfully. Merriman is misdirected out of town, but the children anxiously follow their ancient guide "over sea and under stone" without him. Does he belong to you? Heaven forbid, Great-Uncle Merry said. . So I borrowed a copy of this from the library and settled in for a rollicking ride. Clumsy young limb, that Bill Oover, he said crossly. And something else . Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2016. Simon and Barney gazed horrified at one another for a moment, and rushed round to the other side. by Susan Cooper Alex Jennings Audiobook. The sun was hot on their faces, and they felt the warmth of the stone quayside strike at their feet through their sandal soles. In Over Sea, Under Stone, Simon, Jane, and Barney are on holiday to Cornwall with their parents and Great Uncle Merry. I hope the next one will be as good as this one. Never mind, Mother said comfortably. Standing there like a craggy towering statue, he was frowning, fierce and intense, almost as if he were looking and listening with senses other than his eyes and ears. Her books accolades include the Newbery Medal, a Newbery Honor, the, Award, and five shortlists for the Carnegie Medal. I first read this series when I was about ten or eleven and coming back to them now, some thirty-and-change years later, has been an absolute joy. Over Sea, Under Stone tells the story of one of the skirmishes between good (Light) and evil (Dark) that culminates in the cosmic battle recorded in the last novel of the series, Silver on the . Hem a bad lot, that lad, evil-tempered as they come and evil-minded with ut. Then they saw that the suitcase had two brown pricked ears and a long waving brown tail. 18 Apr. Cooper did not enter the contest but eventually completed the manuscript. It is a wonderfully romantic idea. I'm a suckler for anything with monoliths and megaliths in and this was is full to the brim. Vol. (3) $9.99. Over Sea, Under Stone (Kindle Edition) Published September 30th 2010 by RHCP Digital. If he wants to be beastly let him. Her leg was stinging viciously, and blood trickled down from a graze on her knee. This study guide contains the following sections: This detailed literature summary also contains Related Titles on The old fisherman smiled at them. And so it begins. The little man shook his fist, then turned towards the quay, leaping neatly from the deck of one boat to another, until he reached the ladder in the wall and climbed up by the childrens feet. Barney trotted beside him, talking earnestly, and rejoined the others at the corner as the old man, waving to them, turned off towards the village. If you are a fan of the Book of Three, you'll like this series. 4.3. Learn how to enable JavaScript on your browser, A Little Ferry Tale Only $9.99 With Purchase of Any Kids' Book. I wish I could give this series a good review. Synopsis. 29.99 + 4.69 Postage. The children decide that it is time to confide in Great-Uncle Merry. I bought the book based on positive reviews from people whose opinion I respect very much. Pretty, she said, with only mild enthusiasm. I wanted to like this but couldn't sink my teeth into the plot or characters. This is hard work! I really enjoyed this story. As clues lead the children to believe the object is from the age of King Arthur, their lives become endangered as the evil "dark" grows closer in a battle between the forces of good and evil that may threaten the world. You can search and search, on a quest, and in the end you may never get there at all. Quest my foot, Simon said irritably. Please try again. Margery Gill's realistic pen and ink illustrations contribute to the strong feeling of place drawn by the novel. Even as young adult this still manages to scare me and is an excellent tale of good vs evil with an innocent yet realistic feel. date the date you are citing the material. Not only that but much like. Please use a different way to share. I first read this book many years ago, and the follow up books that make up the "Dark is Rising Sequence". There is even a wardrobe, albeit not one that functions as a conduit to a magical world. Susan Cooper's The Dark Is Rising Sequence evolved a lot over five novels and twelve years, but. I first read this as a child and have been waiting for a re-release of the series with the same cover. Hes just gone chasing after some stupid old tomb in a church, or something. Author. 1 Publication details: New York : Aladdin . Great review, Eustacia! It would make a lot of sense, given the fact that the series is called "DARKNESS is Rising," and it's about the epic battle between Darkness and Light that has been raging forever, and these are the basic tenets of Manichaeism. Below are some study questions which reflect each of these kinds of knowledge: A writer must be able to do or manage the skills of writing fiction: Oh Simon, dont, Jane said unhappily. This book was recommended to me at the age of 10 by the librarian in the children's section of Sale Library. Over Sea, Under Stone is a contemporary fantasy novel written for children by the English author Susan Cooper, first published in London by Jonathan Cape in 1965. Cooper wrote four sequels about ten years later, making it the first volume in a series usually called The Dark Is Rising Sequence (1965 to 1977). I can't believe I read this almost 7 years ago and still haven't returned to finish the series until now. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Then he turned and went quickly back into the house, and Jane emerged thoughtfully from the car to follow the boys down the hill. Am now on last book Silver on the Tree and will be sorry my journey with the forces of the Dark and the Light has come to an end. Trewissick is based directly on the actual village of Mevagissey, which she frequented on her own holidays. . Simon, puzzled, waited for him to go on. The popular highlights below are some of the most common ones Kindle readers have saved. Over Sea, Under Stone is a fast-paced adventure story, full of exciting incident and perilous situations. Still, that boat must belong to someone pretty rich. I was immediately hooked, read the whole series, re-read it, continue to re-read to this day 40 or so years later. Amazon has encountered an error. Susan Cooper is best known for her acclaimed five-book fantasy sequence "The Dark is Rising," which won a Newbery Medal, a Newbery Honor Award, and two Carnegie Honor Awards. She looked out of the window, across the low grey wall edging the road. Why? Wait and see. The engine gave a hiccup and a roar, and then they were away. I think these books are perhaps the best series I ever read. Great-Uncle Merry called: Come on, Rufus. Oh! Barney said in delight, as a flurry of long legs and wet muzzle shot through the door and knocked him sideways. How are you, Ellen, my dear? He bent and aimed a brief peck at Mothers cheek. I listened to it this time on audiobook, which enhanced the experience. Before them, a small forest of spars and ropes swayed; the tide was only half high, and the decks of the moored boats were down below the quayside, out of sight. Then all three disappeared, and the boat lay deserted again. As they unloaded suitcases from the car, with Rufus darting in excited frenzy through everyones legs, Simon suddenly clutched Jane by the arm. I have two kids, and I was looking for an adventure book series we could read before bed. The Dark is Rising (The Dark is Rising Sequence). I thought the movie was ok with the potential to be interesting so I read the credits to find if it was based off a book, which it was. Meanwhile, the children investigate the meaning of the map, encouraged, yet warned and sometimes "guarded", by Great Uncle Merry. Mrs. Palk: Motherly Cornish housekeeper of the Grey House. If you wish to join, you can do so via. The family are visited at the Grey House by a very friendly Mr. Withers and his sister Polly, who invite them to go fishing on their yacht. Re-reading it, I noticed a few things that irritate me as an adult reader (although I did not care when I was younger). As it was Christmas I decided I needed a good book to read for dark nights so started with The Dark is Rising which I had read in my childhood. I assume that you are familiar with these books, probably have read this volume, (likely more than once), but now wish to have the book available as an audio CD. Oh, I cant see him. "Beautifully toldsuperbly written." They learn to read the diagram and work out the clues on the map, but they must work out of doors, where each child has a nasty encounter with the Dark and their progress is easy to observe. Soon he was out in open water, sculling rapidly, one-handed, and glaring back at them in sneering contempt. "The Dark is Rising" has a tiny bit of spotting on the top edge, and a bookplate on the front pastedown, else is in fine condiiton; the dustwrapper is not price-clipped,but has a short closed . Merriman Lyon (Great-Uncle Merry; Gumerry): An old friend of the Drew children's maternal grandfather and their mentor in everything. Over Sea, Under Stone. Over Sea, Under Stone is just as good as I remembered from my childhood, and it was a wonderful experience listening with my children. He was a long, rangy, lean dog, and where the sunlight shafted down on his coat it gleamed dark red. ${cardName} not available for the seller you chose. Thought I heard voices from below, he said, more gently. Word Count: 311. They saw a terrace of houses sloping sideways up the steep hill; and in the middle of them, rising up like a tower, one tall narrow house with three rows of windows and a gabled roof. What can I say. 'Over Sea Under Stone' sets up the premise that 'Old Ones' from Britons's early days, still exist and continue to fight against the Dark that rises at varying times through history. this opening book follows the Drew children on summer holiday in Cornwall as they hurtle breathlessly from place to place, ancient map in hand and Arthurian treasure awaiting them as they skillfully avoid the forces of evil. eNotes.com will help you with any book or any question. Silent behind their lace-curtained windows, the little square houses let the roar of the car bounce back from their whitewashed walls. Look where ees goin, cant ee? he snarled, the Cornish accent made ugly by anger. You ask Great-Uncle Merry. But Great-Uncle Merry, when they sat down to their first supper in the Grey House, was not there; only their parents, and the beaming red-cheeked village woman, Mrs Palk, who was to come in every day to help with the cooking and cleaning. Along his pointed finger, Jane saw the tall graceful triangle of a yacht under full sail, moving lazily in towards Trewissick. The threesome are not sure who is good or bad and their innocent trust oftentimes leads them to dangerous situations. Heylook. They looked. Please try again. This book is a timeless classic that can be enjoyed by anyone and any age. They heard a thumping, clattering noise, and looking over the edge they saw him lurching about in a rowing-dinghy. This book is still wonderful, exciting, fast paced classic treasure hunting adventure. The List Price is the suggested retail price of a new product as provided by a manufacturer, supplier, or seller. You keep away from n. We shall, Jane said with feeling, rubbing her leg gingerly. Father: Simon, Jane, and Barney's Father. The boy scrambled to his feet, glaring at Jane. In a few paces Jane found she had forgotten her handkerchief, and she ran back to retrieve it from the car. A SuperSummary Study Guide - a modern alternative to Sparknotes & CliffsNotes provides so much more -- including chapter-by-chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and important quotes. This book is the first of a series. She realises that the map in the guidebook is similar to the secret map, but also different somehow, so she decides to visit the vicar. I say, that oaf with the bicycle, hes going on board the yacht! Jane and Barney looked. The series is a timeless wonderful masterpiece. publication in traditional print. The novel, however, is more than an adventure story; it is a modern fantasy, original but firmly rooted in the King Arthur stories. Check (Barney manages to enjoy a sandwich even in dangerous situations), A magical mentor? He must belong to someone over there. I wish he belonged to us. So does he, Barney said. The light was beginning to die, and as the sun sank behind their headland the sea was turning to a dark grey-green, and slow mist creeping into the harbour. While looking for the first clue Simon is chased by Mr. Hastings and Bill Hoover, Jr. After the second clue leads them to the headland at night Simon, Jane and Great-Uncle Merry are ambushed and almost caught by followers of the Dark. The roof was slate-tiled, a high blue-grey arch facing out across the harbour to the sea. Fast paced and thrilling. Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2010. Visit her on Facebook or on her website at www.thelostland.com. This is an absolute classic. This item shows wear including moderate wear to edges and cover. Ronald Pickup (familiar to many as the voice of Aslan in the BBC Narnia TV adaptations) voiced Merriman Lyon while Struan Roger portrayed Mr. Hastings, Mr. Mitothin, and The Rider. 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