The White Mountains Trilogy
a book list by Peter, the avid reader who runs Flashlight Worthy
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Children's Books and
Tween
This is a fantastic and fondly-remembered series that's typically read by boys nearing the end of elementary school. Despite the age of the books (they were published in the 1960s), these books hold up extremely well, most likely because of their science fiction theme.
For those who read these as a child, note the recently-released prequel, "When the Tripods Came," at the end of the list.
The White Mountains
by John Christopher
Lee Nelson from San Fernando Valley, CA says:
A complex science fiction story that tells of a future where humans no longer rule or question those who do rule.
The story tells of a small village where boys wait their youth out before submitting to "capping": the implanting of a device within their brain that makes them complacent. Will, the narrator, questions the practice and decides to rebel by running from the Masters who perform the procedure.
As Will makes his way away from his village and to the legendary "White Mountains" where a resistance to the Masters may - or may not - exist, he re-discovers a world humanity has long forgotten. Along this journey, he must run from the Masters in their Tripods, avoid dangers, and grow up.
A thrilling read and a great introduction to science fiction for young readers.
The City of Gold and Lead
by John Christopher
I thought this volume, the 2nd, took an interesting turn. In the first book the "Tripods" were completely inscrutable — big, unyielding machines.
In this book not only do you learn a whole lot more about what those Tripods are all about and where they came from, but it's done in a way that makes this second book of a series feel as fresh as a first book.
When the Tripods Came
by John Christopher
Aurora from Lake Forest, CA says:
A great way to hook a kid on sci-fi/horror is through the narrative of another kid. Following these kids and the horrors they face (as they try to figure out what is going on) was a page turner for me then, and would easily be so again now. Not to mention the fact that it's given me plenty of ideas for my own stories...!
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The White Mountains Trilogy
a book list by Peter, the avid reader who runs Flashlight Worthy
shelved under
Children's Books and
Tween
This is a fantastic and fondly-remembered series that's typically read by boys nearing the end of elementary school. Despite the age of the books (they were published in the 1960s), these books hold up extremely well, most likely because of their science fiction theme.
For those who read these as a child, note the recently-released prequel, "When the Tripods Came," at the end of the list.
The White Mountains
by John Christopher
Lee Nelson from San Fernando Valley, CA says:
A complex science fiction story that tells of a future where humans no longer rule or question those who do rule.
The story tells of a small village where boys wait their youth out before submitting to "capping": the implanting of a device within their brain that makes them complacent. Will, the narrator, questions the practice and decides to rebel by running from the Masters who perform the procedure.
As Will makes his way away from his village and to the legendary "White Mountains" where a resistance to the Masters may - or may not - exist, he re-discovers a world humanity has long forgotten. Along this journey, he must run from the Masters in their Tripods, avoid dangers, and grow up.
A thrilling read and a great introduction to science fiction for young readers.
The City of Gold and Lead
by John Christopher
I thought this volume, the 2nd, took an interesting turn. In the first book the "Tripods" were completely inscrutable — big, unyielding machines.
In this book not only do you learn a whole lot more about what those Tripods are all about and where they came from, but it's done in a way that makes this second book of a series feel as fresh as a first book.
When the Tripods Came
by John Christopher
Aurora from Lake Forest, CA says:
A great way to hook a kid on sci-fi/horror is through the narrative of another kid. Following these kids and the horrors they face (as they try to figure out what is going on) was a page turner for me then, and would easily be so again now. Not to mention the fact that it's given me plenty of ideas for my own stories...!
Flashlight Worthy
Recommending books so good, they'll keep you up past your bedtime.
more...
About Peter
I've always been interested in topics of every kind, so what the heck, I built this website to recommend books of every kind. If you have ideas as to how Flashlight Worthy could be better, let me know.
Stay in Touch
Newest book lists
President Obama's Favorite Books of 2017
Books for an Adventurous Childhood
Visiting Venice Through (Mostly) Fiction
Childhood Remembered: Books Of Indelible Childhood Memories
Novels on Art, Artists and Art World Shenanigans
Picture Books with Fun (and Sometimes Friendly) Monsters
Robert Rodi’s Favorite Books About Italy
Fractured Novels that Mirror the Uncertainty of Everyday Life
The White Mountains Trilogy
a book list by Peter, the avid reader who runs Flashlight Worthy
This is a fantastic and fondly-remembered series that's typically read by boys nearing the end of elementary school. Despite the age of the books (they were published in the 1960s), these books hold up extremely well, most likely because of their science fiction theme.
For those who read these as a child, note the recently-released prequel, "When the Tripods Came," at the end of the list.
The White Mountains
by John Christopher
Lee Nelson from San Fernando Valley, CA says:
A complex science fiction story that tells of a future where humans no longer rule or question those who do rule. The story tells of a small village where boys wait their youth out before submitting to "capping": the implanting of a device within their brain that makes them complacent. Will, the narrator, questions the practice and decides to rebel by running from the Masters who perform the procedure. As Will makes his way away from his village and to the legendary "White Mountains" where a resistance to the Masters may - or may not - exist, he re-discovers a world humanity has long forgotten. Along this journey, he must run from the Masters in their Tripods, avoid dangers, and grow up. A thrilling read and a great introduction to science fiction for young readers.
The City of Gold and Lead
by John Christopher
I thought this volume, the 2nd, took an interesting turn. In the first book the "Tripods" were completely inscrutable — big, unyielding machines. In this book not only do you learn a whole lot more about what those Tripods are all about and where they came from, but it's done in a way that makes this second book of a series feel as fresh as a first book.
When the Tripods Came
by John Christopher
Aurora from Lake Forest, CA says:
A great way to hook a kid on sci-fi/horror is through the narrative of another kid. Following these kids and the horrors they face (as they try to figure out what is going on) was a page turner for me then, and would easily be so again now. Not to mention the fact that it's given me plenty of ideas for my own stories...!
Flashlight Worthy
Recommending books so good, they'll keep you up past your bedtime. more...
About Peter
I've always been interested in topics of every kind, so what the heck, I built this website to recommend books of every kind. If you have ideas as to how Flashlight Worthy could be better, let me know.
Stay in Touch
Newest book lists
President Obama's Favorite Books of 2017
Books for an Adventurous Childhood
Visiting Venice Through (Mostly) Fiction
Childhood Remembered: Books Of Indelible Childhood Memories
Novels on Art, Artists and Art World Shenanigans
Picture Books with Fun (and Sometimes Friendly) Monsters
Robert Rodi’s Favorite Books About Italy
Fractured Novels that Mirror the Uncertainty of Everyday Life