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"wonderfull", i just can't believe how many people think this book is "disturbing" and "twisted"...
i just finished reading it to my 6 year old and he says "what a beautiful story".
and that's exactly what it is: a STORY!!!
but i guess people who even think fairy tales are cruel and not intended for kids can't enjoy this kind of book.

"Beautiful story-a must read for all ages!", This is a beautiful story that will tug on your heart strings. Edward Tulane will cause you to reflect deeply on the condition of the human heart and it blantedly shows the selfishness that hides there. A story of the transformation of the heart, it truly is a miraculous journey worth taking! I recommend this book for the young and old alike.

"What a Beautiful Story - Not Just for Children", I was captivated by this gem of a book as I browsed the bookstore. The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, is of course intended for children ages 4-8, but I cannot recommend it highly enough. Just over 225 pages, with large type and plenty of blank space on the pages, the story, and gorgeous illustrations are not to be missed.

Edward Tulane is a vain, self-absorbed three-foot-tall china rabbit from France who appears to have all he could want: fabulous clothes, a tiny gold pocket watch and a little girl, Abilene, who loves him. Then it all vanishes. When the family goes off on an ocean voyage trouble begins. He too falls from grace and ends up in the water. He experiences his first emotion fear.
His emotional journey through life encompasses several transformations as several owners adopt him. When a fisherman saves him from the sea, his wife calls him Susanna and puts a dress on him. But their nasty grown daughter tosses him in the trash. A hobo, retrieves Edward from the garbage dump and names him Malone. Then he loses him. A crabby old woman uses him as a scarecrow in her cornfield until Bryce, an abused boy, rescues Edward for his poor little sister, Sarah Ruth. She christens him Jangles, and Bryce strings up the toy like a marionette to dance for money. Finally in a doll shop sitting on a shelf for over a year, Edward is unexpectedly discovered by someone who has always loved him.

This story was so satisfying and does have a happy ending, however, parents of very young children should be aware that there are some sensitive issues addressed in this book: poverty, homelessness, even death.


"Moving and interesting take on life.", After reading this book to my 7 year old boy, I read many of the reviews because I wondered what others thought of such a book. Readers either loved it or hated it, although the majority loved it. My son brought the book home from school for me to read to him because he thought it was something that I might like in spite of a warning from the librarian that it may not be appropriate. He was right I did like it. I started reading it to him and did not stop because I wanted to know what happened next. It was a bit sad at times, for my son especially. However, the story was interesting enough that we did not put it down. I would recommend this book with some caveats, it must be read in at least three or four sittings, it is probably better for older kids who are beginning to understand that not all books are about sunshine and happiness, and most important of all, don't read too much between the lines. You don't need to tell your child that the old lady is crucifying the rabbit but rather she is using what she can for a scarecrow. A number of reviewers thought that the nailing up of the rabbit on a cross was his crucifixtion. As an aethiest with a child who does not know the story of Jesus' death, my child had a different take; a toy rabbit was being used as a scarecrow and he does not scare the crows. Scarecrows only work when they look human and Edward is not a person, he is a toy rabbit so he doesn't work...yes I do get the part about him being saved...but from my son's perspective he was saved by a boy who wanted to make his sister feel better...an honourable thing to do. We are warned that she is going to die. I also wonder why so many people saw the dark side of the father....he was sad about his daughter dying (he cried) and he may not have come home because of many reasons...although many critics have him as an alcoholic...this story was set in the depression (the Queen Mary was built in 1929) and jobs and money were hard to come by and life was tough. Even Lolly could have been a daughter who had suffered too long from her mother's sadness and needed to make sure her parents were not seen as crazy by the community. Definitely a book that makes you think and can give you a chance to discuss some of the sad realities of life with your child. Some of the best books we will ever read are sad and this is book is no exception.

"A Beautiful tale, beautifully told", I just finished reading this book to my 10 year old. I think it is an amazing, once in a hundred years kind of book. It is touching, honest and thought provoking. As an adult, you'll have to read it more than once to unfurl the layers and interpret the underlying meanings. Older children will pick up on the allegorical nature of the story, while younger children may be frightened by the sometimes harsh circumstances of Edward's life. I believe this book is ideal for children from 4th grade up. It should also be required reading for middle and high school English students as an fine example of the use of personification, metaphor and parable. Beautiful. Gives me the chills just thinking about it. I will read it again.

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"Kind of dark for kids", I wanted to like this book. I truly did. I love Kate DiCamillo, and there is something so precious about a selfish little rabbit doll. And I do appreciate what DiCamillo wanted to do with this story.

The only problem is that this came out as rather, well, dark and depressing and I just don't know how comfortable I am reading this to small children. There is absolutely no happiness in this book whatsoever until one finally reaches the bittersweet ending. Maybe I'm just this person in lala land who likes happy stories, but I found this too harsh for its intended age group. Heck, even I was depressed after reading it.

Still, DiCamillo is a fantastic writer and the story goes along in a very intelligent manner with fascinating characters.

So... if a kid can put up with a dark fairy tale, this is probably worth a read.

"A Miraculous and Touching Story.", This is a great story about a porcelain rabbit who doesn't move but thinks deeply about his surroundings which are constantly changing. During his "travels" he meets many different people, including a vagabond and his dog, a fisherman, and a little boy whose sister is very ill. There is a very surprising and memorable ending, but you have to read the book to discover it.

"This book made me cry.", I am a teacher. I purchased this book to add to my library of books for the students use but I am now rethinking my decision. I absolutely adore this book, it's well written and incredibly smart for the age level. I could see the writing style encouraging students to use advanced vocabulary in their own writing. I do think, however, that this book should not be given to students of this age level without a disclaimer. Many students of this age are accustomed to happy go lucky stories and this is not one of them-at almost every turn of the page, the protagonist feels defeated. I would not want my students to dislike this story simply because it is not what they expected. I've had this happen with other stories. Just a thought.

"Kate Dicamillo Strikes Again", Edward Tulane is very proud of himself and quite arrogant. He owns a small golden pocket watch, sleeps in a sumptuous bed, and wears only the finest clothing. Every day, he sits in the dining room at the house on Egypt Street, waiting for his owner, Abilene to return. Abilene loves her Edward, a doll crafted from the finest china. Edward`s life is one of ease, and he has not a care in the world, save for himself. Until one day, when he begins a journey that will teach him about himself and the nature of love.

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane was supposed to just be a cute bit of easy reading, judging by the cover. But it`s far more than that. I couldn`t put this book down. It is simply beautiful. Dicamillo`s language is touching without being sappy, her characters are touching without being melodramatic, and as Edward`s journey progresses, the reader is offered small glimpses into the lives of the human characters as they fall in love with Edward. I couldn`t help falling in love with Edward either.

Bagram Ibatoulline`s illustrations complement the story perfectly at the beginning of every chapter and with full colour pages sprinkled throughout.

This book is great for all ages, and it would make a great read aloud for parents and teachers.

"Beautiful Book", I read to my kids 8&10 every night before bed. This book was a little slow getting going but we hung in there and were so glad we did. This is a beautiful tale of a china glass bunny...we loved it. We had many nights where we just had to read more than one chapter. I couldn't reccomend it more.