THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH by Norton Juster
(a overview)
Just lately my son purchased me a primary version copy of my favorite, ever, e-book.
It was a possibility to reread this absolute basic. It was written by Norton Juster and first revealed in 1961. I learn it first as an adolescent and was delighted by all of the intelligent wordplay and puns – its distinctive use of language and imagery. It was so uncommon, I completely cherished it. Illustrations by Jules Feiffer improve the quirkiness of this e-book.
Milo is bored. However when he drives via the tollbooth he encounters an exquisite world of whimsical characters – who can neglect the watch canine together with his ticking clock physique and the absent-minded Humbug. The Phantom Tollbooth is crammed stuffed with creative names and ideas.
Its constructed as a quest and encourages the reader to discover the landscapes of creativeness and studying. Its undoubtedly not only for youngsters and I be taught one thing new each time I learn it.
Its playful. Its intelligent. And after what might be my fifth or sixth studying – its nonetheless my favorite e-book, ever.