The Ragwitch facts for kids
Original 1990 edition
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| Author | Garth Nix |
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| Cover artist | Jonathan Nix |
| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Young adult, children's, Fantasy |
| Publisher | Tor Books (US) HarperCollins (UK) |
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Publication date
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1990 |
| Media type | Print (Paperback) |
| Pages | 396 (paperback, HarperCollins) |
| ISBN | 0-00-717499-3 (paperback, HarperCollins) |
| OCLC | 61321684 |
The Ragwitch is an exciting Fantasy and horror novel written by the famous Australian author Garth Nix. It was first published in 1990. This book takes readers on a thrilling adventure where two siblings, Julia and Paul, face a powerful and evil witch. It's a story about courage, magic, and fighting against dark forces.
Contents
The Story of The Ragwitch
The adventure begins when Julia and her brother, Paul, are enjoying a day at the beach. They discover a large pile of old shells and other things, called a midden. As they climb to the top, Julia finds a strange rag doll hidden in a nest made of feathers. This doll isn't just any toy; it turns out to be a very powerful and evil witch.
The Ragwitch's Power
The Ragwitch quickly takes over Julia's body, a process called possession. It then pulls her away through a pyramid of fire. Paul, determined to save his sister, bravely follows them. He finds himself in a strange and unfamiliar land, a place that is completely unprepared for the return of this ancient evil.
Paul's Quest
Paul's journey to free Julia is full of challenges. He first meets the May Dancers, who help him find his way to the edge of a mysterious forest. As he travels, many people in this new land offer him help. Paul must search for a way to break the Ragwitch's hold on his sister. Action follows him at every turn as both Paul and Julia fight against the witch.
Battling the Witch
Paul battles the Ragwitch from the outside, trying to find a way to defeat her physically. He collects several magical objects from powerful beings called Elementals. Eventually, he meets the Patchwork King, who creates a special needle spear for him. This spear is the only weapon that can defeat the Ragwitch. Paul is not a typical hero with super strength; his fight relies on his bravery and intelligence, not just muscles.
Julia's Inner Fight
Meanwhile, Julia is trapped inside the Ragwitch's mind. She tells her own part of the story from within the witch. Even though she is trapped, Julia is very courageous. Her battle is a mental one, as she constantly resists the Ragwitch's power from the inside. She tries to weaken the witch's control and help Paul from within.
Meet the Characters
Julia
Julia is Paul's sister. She is described as "strong-willed," meaning she has a very determined personality. She is the first to encounter the Ragwitch and becomes trapped by the witch's power right at the beginning of the story.
Paul
Paul is the main character of the novel and Julia's brother. He is the one who sets out on a dangerous quest to rescue his sister from the evil Ragwitch.
