
Titles in This Set
Redwall
Mossflower
Mattimeo
Mariel of Redwall
Salamandastron
Martin the Warrior
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781529130249
Publisher: Penguin
Age Range: Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7)
Overview
This six-book collection brings together the beloved early adventures of Brian Jacques' Redwall saga, enchanting readers with tales of courageous woodland creatures. From the peaceful halls of Redwall Abbey to distant fortresses and untamed wilds, these stories weave action, humor, and heart into an unforgettable world. Ideal for middle-grade readers and nostalgic grown-ups, this paperback set makes a wonderful addition to any home library, classroom shelf, or gift list.
About the Books
Brian Jacques' Redwall saga began in 1986 and grew into one of the most cherished animal-fantasy series in children's literature, praised for its rich, medieval-style world-building and memorable cast of woodland heroes and villains. This collection gathers six formative entries that established the saga's signature blend of high adventure, warm community life, and clear-cut battles between good and evil. Readers meet mice, otters, badgers, and hares who summon courage against scheming rats, wildcats, and other predators threatening their world. The story moves between tranquil Redwall Abbey and the wider Mossflower Woods, introducing founding figures of the saga's history alongside new generations of defenders. Jacques structures each book as a satisfying, largely stand-alone adventure while steadily deepening the lore and traditions of Redwall Abbey—its feasts, its Abbot, and its unwritten code of hospitality. Themes of loyalty, perseverance, and community recur throughout, alongside lighter touches of feasting and song that give the series its distinctive warmth, making this set an ideal entry point for children ready for longer, emotionally rich fantasy adventures.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Redwall — Peaceful Redwall Abbey faces the threat of Cluny the Scourge and his horde of predatory rats.
Mossflower — This prequel follows young Martin the Warrior's fight against the tyrant wildcat Verdauga Greeneyes.
Mattimeo — The son of Redwall's hero is kidnapped, launching a rescue that tests a new generation of defenders.
Mariel of Redwall — A determined mousemaid washes ashore with no memory of her past and must uncover the truth.
Salamandastron — The action shifts to the mountain fortress of the Badger Lords, where duty meets an approaching horde.
Martin the Warrior — This origin story reveals how Martin endured slavery and rebellion before founding Redwall's legacy.
About the Author
Brian Jacques (1939-2011) was a British author born in Liverpool, England, celebrated for creating the Redwall series, one of the most enduring animal-fantasy sagas in children's literature. Before writing full-time, Jacques worked as a truck driver, sailor, and radio broadcaster, experiences that shaped the vivid, adventurous storytelling in his books. He originally wrote Redwall for children at a school for the blind, reading it aloud chapter by chapter, a project that grew into a beloved 22-book series enjoyed by generations of young readers worldwide.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This six-book Redwall set delivers rousing adventure and richly imagined woodland heroes in one brand-new paperback bundle. It's an ideal birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or classroom library addition—a perfect pick for back-to-school or summer reading for kids who love fantasy and courage.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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