The Box of Delights

Yet another book I discovered from BookCrossing.

I consider myself a knowledgeable reader, especially a knowledgeable reader of children's stories. This book was completely unknown to me, as I would suspect, it is unknown to most here in America.

It is the kind of book I thrived on as a child. It's fantasy and adventure, with danger and purpose and mystery.

Best of all are the characters. The children are not content to sit quietly by the fire reading. Oh no, they are out in the world, being chased by wolves, being given magic boxes, being captured by gangs, and otherwise living big lives.

I'd love to see what modern children think of this book. Hope we get some input from other readers of this bookring.