{"product_id":"the-subtle-knife-1","title":"The Subtle Knife by Philip Pullman","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"56\"\u003eBook Summary – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"59\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"77\"\u003eThe Subtle Knife\u003c\/em\u003e is the second book in Philip Pullman’s acclaimed \u003cem data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"147\"\u003eHis Dark Materials\u003c\/em\u003e trilogy. It continues the epic fantasy adventure begun in \u003cem data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"223\"\u003eNorthern Lights\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"245\"\u003eThe Golden Compass\u003c\/em\u003e in the U.S.) and introduces a new protagonist, Will Parry, a boy from our world who becomes entwined in a cosmic conflict spanning multiple universes. After fleeing his troubled home, Will stumbles into a mysterious city where he meets Lyra Belacqua, the heroine from the first book. Together, they discover the powerful \"subtle knife,\" a magical blade that can cut through any material—even the fabric between worlds. As they confront sinister forces, including the oppressive Magisterium and deadly Spectres, the story deepens with themes of free will, truth, and the loss of innocence. Richly layered and thought-provoking, \u003cem data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eThe Subtle Knife\u003c\/em\u003e expands Pullman’s universe into a darker, more morally complex tale that bridges fantasy and philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1836\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eAbout the Author – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilip Pullman\u003c\/strong\u003e is a celebrated British author best known for the \u003cem data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eHis Dark Materials\u003c\/em\u003e trilogy, which has earned critical acclaim for its bold storytelling, rich imagination, and philosophical depth. Born in 1946, Pullman studied English at Oxford and later became a teacher before turning to full-time writing. His work often challenges traditional ideas about religion, authority, and morality, blending fantasy with intellectual themes. Pullman has received numerous awards, including the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread Book of the Year, and has been praised for his ability to craft stories that appeal to both young adults and adult readers. A passionate advocate for literature and free expression, he continues to write and speak on the power of storytelling to inspire thought and change.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":43882270097665,"sku":"2O7ONPLOH-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/7774.jpg?v=1642056575","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-subtle-knife-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}