The Guardian of Isis [Library Binding]

Monica Hughes (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1982

In 2136 A.D. the settlers on the planet Isis, under the dominance of an absolute ruler, have lost all the technical knowledge of their forefathers and reverted to a primitive society dominated by myths and taboos.

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Years have passed on Isis, but life has gone backward, not forward. Under their leader, Mark London, the settlers have abandoned the technological knowledge of their forefathers. Upper Isis is now a forbidden zone, and the history of the first inhabitants from Earth has been replaced by myth. But one inquiring young man yearns to know the truth, and soon he gets the chance to find it. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

About the Author

An internationally-renowned children’s author, Monica Hughes was a master of science fiction and fantasy writing. She was the recipient of numerous awards and was the author of The Isis Trilogy and A Handful of Seeds. Monica Hughes passed away in 2003. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Library Binding: 140 pages
• Publisher: Atheneum (April 1982)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0689309023
• ISBN-13: 978-0689309021
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,617,208 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My start to science fiction....., July 23, 2003

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Eddie Karlsen (Regina, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Guardian of Isis (Library Binding)

Monica Hughes was the start of my love with science fiction. The Isis trilogy was my introduction to her work and stand out as the best work for young adults. I was eleven when I decided to read The Keeper of the Isis Light; I was hooked. Although all three are superb pieces of work, the Guardian (book two) is the peak of the trilogy. A great story of hardship, taboos, speaking out against authority, a reluctant hero and a beautiful girl worth risking your life for, and much more.

Before her passing (too soon!) Monica wrote many other books and all are excellent pieces of work. Start with the Isis series and I guarantee you will want to read them all. I know I have.....