Redwall (novel) facts for kids
| Author | Brian Jacques |
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| Illustrator | Gary Chalk |
| Cover artist | Pete Lyon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Series | Redwall |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Publisher | Hutchinson (UK) & Philomel (US) |
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Publication date
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1986 |
| Media type | Print (hardback and paperback) |
| Pages | 311 (UK Hardback) & 351 (US Hardback) |
| ISBN | 978-0-09-165090-2 (UK Hardback) & ISBN: 978-0-399-21424-0 (US Hardback) |
| OCLC | 13395159 |
| Followed by | Mossflower |
Redwall is a popular fantasy book written by Brian Jacques in 1986. It's the first book in the exciting Redwall series, which tells stories about brave animals living in a peaceful abbey. The book was illustrated by Gary Chalk and has been translated into many different languages, letting kids all over the world enjoy its adventures.
About Redwall
Redwall is set in a world where animals act like humans. They live in a place called Redwall Abbey, a peaceful home for mice, badgers, moles, and other woodland creatures. The story follows a young mouse named Matthias. He is an orphan who dreams of adventure.
The Story Begins
One day, a fearsome rat warlord named Cluny the Scourge arrives. He wants to take over Redwall Abbey. The peaceful animals must learn to fight and defend their home. Matthias steps up to become a hero. He goes on a quest to find a legendary sword. This sword once belonged to Martin the Warrior, a brave mouse from the past.
Who Wrote Redwall?
The author, Brian Jacques, was a British writer. He was known for his amazing animal stories. He wrote the Redwall series for many years. His books are loved for their detailed descriptions. They also feature exciting adventures and delicious-sounding feasts. Jacques often read his stories on the radio. This helped make them even more popular.
Awards and Recognition
Redwall quickly became a favorite among young readers. It won several awards, showing how much people loved it.
- Lancashire Libraries Children's Book of the Year Award
- Western Australian Young Readers' Award
These awards helped the book become well-known. They also encouraged Brian Jacques to write many more books in the series. The Redwall books have been adapted into television shows too. This means even more people can enjoy the adventures of Redwall Abbey.
