INCLUDES A NEW INTRODUCTION BY PATRICK ROTHFUSS Experience one of the most enduring classics of the twentieth century and the book that The Atlantic has called “one of the best fantasy novels ever.” The unicorn lived in a lilac wood, and she lived all alone... ...so she ventured out from the safety of the enchanted forest on a quest for others of her kind. Joined along the way by the bumbling magician Schmendrick and the indomitable Molly Grue, the unicorn learns all about the joys and sorrows of life and love before meeting her destiny in the castle of a despondent monarch—and confronting the creature that would drive her kind to extinction.... In The Last Unicorn, renowned and beloved novelist Peter S. Beagle spins a poignant tale of love, loss, and wonder that has resonated with millions of readers around the world. “Peter S. Beagle illuminates with his own particular magic.”—Ursula K. Le Guin
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"I watched the movie probably one hundred times growing up as It was a favourite. The books was just as good however it was almost like watching the movie in my head because I am so familiar with it and there wasn't much else to it that didn't make it to the movie. So I am not sure if I loved it for the actual book or for the memories of watching it."
— Tammy (4 out of 5 stars)
" I loved the beautiful prose, which had an air of wisdom and soothing gentility. Very fluid and soft. But there were several little bits of the book I didn't understand, and I was left feeling as if I had missed some beautiful bit of wisdom meant for me. I don't know whether I just needed to read the story as part of a book club so we could discuss it or whether the author really needed to explain things better. I may still try some of his other books for the beauty of his writing, even if I don't understand everything in them. "
— Mindy, 2/2/2014" This book is kinda weird but It's a hella of a lot better then the movie (unless u like triple boobied ugly harpies). "
— Chloe, 1/30/2014" This is an excellent book. To appreciate the story fully you must also see the animated feature. "
— Maladjester, 1/27/2014" I'm not sure if I can say good enough things about this book. I feel a little speechless. As close to perfection in fantasy/fairy tale as I have ever seen. So, so, so, so wonderful. Instant favorite. "
— Nicholas, 1/15/2014" Simple, compelling, and fantastically written. Sad but oh so beautiful story "
— Littlewolf, 12/31/2013" Grew up watching the movie (gone through 4 copies of it) and was amazed at how beautifully it was adapted from the book when I finally got around to reading it. I plan to have the quote about heroes tattooed somewhere on my body. "
— Vickie, 12/31/2013" I don't care about the title or the cover. This is not a girly book. I have loved this novel since I was a child. I can't tell you how many times I've read it. VERY good. "
— Brian, 12/25/2013" I truly LOVE this book and have re-read it mutiple times! "
— Brandy, 12/12/2013" It's become one of my favorites, for sure. And I still love the movie, which never happens after I read the book. "
— Jamie, 12/8/2013" Mr. Beagle is a master of metaphor! This is one of the loveliest books I've ever read. "
— Marc, 12/3/2013" I'd give it a 3.5 if possible. It was...just a bit much. "
— Autumn, 7/3/2013" I think Peter s. beagle did a master piece because it so prices that is how good book is to me. This book is one of the best book to read to a child with a active mind. "
— Sydney, 10/3/2012" Remarkable. It's like food for your imagination. Beautiful and magical and perfect. "
— Emma, 9/1/2012" I thought that this was truly a beautiful novel. It was full of adventure, and /meaning/ - although it's hard to pinpoint what, exactly...it was the kind of book that you think about days afterwards. "
— Sam, 7/30/2012" Touching and memorable mythic fantasy with clever hints of childhood imagination and shadows of darker themes that almost come to fruition... but not quite. Damned close to excellent, and a must read for anyone who thinks of themselves as a fantasy reader. "
— Finch, 7/19/2012" Unicorns are my favorite animal "
— John, 3/31/2012" i found it a bit pretentious,,,, and would only recomend it to a younger advanced reader,,, "
— Alanda, 3/20/2012" I'm re-reading one of my favourite children's stories ever, too. I think anyone with even a slight inclination towards things that are of the fantastic, strange, or lonely should read this. It's not a story that has an age, it grows with you, if you've ever known these things. "
— Zena, 9/14/2011" Absolute perfection. No fantasy has ever been so deep, so romantic, and so fantastical. All in one heavenly volume. "
— Pylgrym, 5/15/2011" I have to admit that I was rather disappointed with this book. With reviews that ranked the author with Tolkien, I couldn't wait to read it. I didn't think it came anywhere close. "
— Sarah, 5/8/2011" A journey eloquently written for those who can relate to searching for their own kind and the experiences of life, love, and loss along the way. I'll always believe in the truth of unicorns. :) "
— Starry, 4/19/2011" Ooooooh, how I love this book. It's prose is more beautiful than a lot of poetry I've read, but it's not so flowery that you lose the thread of the story. My favorite quotations come from this book. "
— Jennifer, 4/15/2011" Great imagery! Spellbinding use of language! This is a unique fairytale. Mature readers would enjoy the fullest reading experience. "
— Julie, 4/15/2011" Not so much my cup of tea story wise, but AMAZINGLY written. True poetry, and the author's use of descriptions and metaphor are unbelievable. "
— Jeremiah, 4/10/2011" Wow!! I had forgotten about this book.....I remember I was very young and I had borrowed it from one of my cousins....I told my mother I was sick and skipped school in order to read it!!! What a way to enter the world of fiction.... "
— Anastasia, 4/5/2011" So I grew up watching The Last Unicorn movie over and over and over.... I finally read the book as an adult and loved every second of it. I actually got to dive deeper into the story and the characters than the movie ever allowed. It was so good. "
— Charlene, 3/29/2011" I think it's OK to say I like the film better since it's such a childhood film and he did write the screenplay. It is a great story, beautifully written and adds more backstory to the film. "
— Lauren, 3/24/2011" Fantastico, el señor Beagle hace un uso de las palabras excelente y de verdad que logra meternos en su mundo y sentirnos en la aventura con los personajes. Es una novela que describiría como poética. Lo recomiendo ampliamente, tanto como si vieron la película o no. "
— Lorena, 3/20/2011Peter S. Beagle has won the Hugo, Nebula, Mythopoeic, and Grand Prix de l’Imaginaire awards. He is also the recipient of the World Fantasy Award for Lifetime Achievement and the Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Honor. His novel The Last Unicorn has sold a reported five million copies since its initial publication. His other novels include A Fine & Private Place, The Innkeeper’s Song, Tamsin, Summerlong, and In Calabria. His short fiction has been collected in four volumes by Tachyon Publications, including The Rhinoceros Who Quoted Nietzsche, The Line Between, We Never Talk About My Brother, and Sleight of Hand.
Orlagh Cassidy, an American actress of stage, television, and film, is an audiobook narrator who has twice won the prestigious Audie Award for best narration, as well as many AudioFile Earphones Awards. She is a graduate of SUNY at Purchase and a recipient of the Princess Grace Foundation Scholarship. She has been seen on and off Broadway and in films, including Definitely Maybe and Calling It Quits. Her television credits include roles in Law & Order and Sex and the City and as Doris Wolfe on Guiding Light.