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Philip Pullman Books: Biography, Best Books & Where to Read Them

born 1946 · Norwich, England
📖 Best for: Grades 6–8 (ages 11–14) · Teens (14+)

Philip Pullman booksbooks by Philip PullmanNorthern Lights (The Golden Compass)The Subtle KnifeThe Amber SpyglassClockwork

Philip Pullman books in order · Borrow free (Open Library & your library) · Free books like these

Who is Philip Pullman?

Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy, beginning with Northern Lights (US title The Golden Compass), follows Lyra Belacqua and her dæmon across parallel worlds.

Where to start

New to Philip Pullman? Start with Northern Lights.

Philip Pullman’s best-known books, in order

Philip Pullman’s books are under copyright, so Pagine doesn’t host them — but you can borrow every title below free. Tap Local library to see which libraries near you have it, Libby / OverDrive to borrow the ebook or audiobook with your library card, or Open Library for free online lending.

  1. Northern Lights (The Golden Compass) (1995)
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  2. Clockwork (1996)
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  3. The Subtle Knife (1997)
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  4. The Amber Spyglass (2000)
    Find it: Open Library · Local library · Libby / OverDrive

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Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
Lewis Carroll
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Alice's Adventures in Wonderland HTML Edition
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland HTML Edition
Lewis Carroll
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Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
L. Frank Baum
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Dot and Tot of Merryland
Dot and Tot of Merryland
L. Frank Baum
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Down the Snow Stairs; Or, From Good-Night to Good-Morning
Down the Snow Stairs; Or, From Good-Night to Good-Morning
Alice Corkran
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Jack Pumpkinhead of Oz
Jack Pumpkinhead of Oz
Ruth Plumly Thompson
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The Magic Horse
Global Digital Library
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The Magic Pudding
The Magic Pudding
Norman Lindsay
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The Magic Pudding Being the Adventures of Bunyip Bluegum and His Friends Bill Barnacle & Sam Sawnoff
The Magic Pudding Being the Adventures of Bunyip Bluegum and His Friends Bill Barnacle & Sam Sawnoff
Norman Lindsay
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The Wonderful Adventures of Nils
The Wonderful Adventures of Nils
Selma Lagerlöf
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A Little Boy Lost
A Little Boy Lost
W. H. Hudson
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Adventures in Toyland; What the Marionette Told Molly
Adventures in Toyland; What the Marionette Told Molly
Edith King Hall
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Philip Pullman?

Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy, beginning with Northern Lights (US title The Golden Compass), follows Lyra Belacqua and her dæmon across parallel worlds.

What is Philip Pullman’s most famous book?

Northern Lights is a great place to start; other favourites include Northern Lights (The Golden Compass), The Subtle Knife, The Amber Spyglass.

What age are Philip Pullman’s books for?

Philip Pullman’s books are best for grades 6–8 (ages 11–14) · teens (14+).

Can I read Philip Pullman’s books free online?

Philip Pullman’s books are still under copyright, so they are not free to download. You can borrow them free: from your public library (search WorldCat), as ebooks and audiobooks with a library card through Libby/OverDrive, or from Open Library’s free lending. Pagine links to each below, and suggests similar books you can read free right now.

Where can I borrow Philip Pullman books near me?

Search WorldCat to see which libraries near you have a copy, or ask your school or public library. Most libraries also lend Philip Pullman ebooks and audiobooks free through the Libby app.

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