Once Upon a Time in the North By Philip Pullman
Feb 12, 2024 
Once Upon a Time in the North by Philip Pullman is an amazing novella that serves as a prequel to Pullman’s renowned His Dark Materials trilogy. Set in a world where humans coexist with intelligent bears, the story follows the meeting of two iconic characters: Lee Scoresby, a young Texan aeronaut, and Iorek Byrnison, the formidable armored bear.
When Lee and Iorek first cross paths in the harbor town of Novy Odense, they become embroiled in political intrigue, elections, and the fate of the town’s bear population. The novella provides rich insights into their early friendship and adventures, adding depth to the beloved His Dark Materials universe.
Once Upon a Time in the North By Philip Pullman Book Info:
- Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf
- Published: April 8, 2008
- ISBN: 9780375845109
- Pages: 243
- Size: 2.33
