Tuesday, November 23, 2010

The Legend of Luke, Published in 1999 by Brian Jacques, Philomel Books

"In this twelfth book of the New York Times bestselling series, Brian Jacques goes back in time to reveal the legend of the first of the magnificent Redwall warriors--Luke, father of Martin.
Joined by Trimp the Hedgehog, Dinny Foremole, and Gonff--the ever-mischievous Prince of Mousethieves--it is that legend Martin hopes to discover when he embarks on a perilous journey to the northland shore, where his father abandoned him as a child. There, within the carcass of a great red ship--broken in half and wedged high up between pillars of stone--he finally uncovers what he has been searching for: the true story of the evil pirate stoat, Vilu Daskar, and the valiant warrior who pursued him relentlessly over the high seas, seeking to destroy Vilu at all costs, even if it meant deserting his only son. . ."

Marlfox, Published in 1998 by Brian Jacques, Philomel Books

"A villainous new presence is aprowl in Mossflower Woods--the Marlfoxes. Stealthy, mysterious, they can disappear at any time, in any place, and they are out to plunder and destroy everything in their path. And when they reach Redwall Abbey? They ruthlessly steal the most precious treasure of all--the tapestry of Martin the Warrior. It takes Dann Reguba and Song Swifteye, children of warrior squirrels, to follow in their fathers' heroic footsteps, and together with the young shrew Dippler, and Burble the water vole, they embark upon the seemingly impossible quest to recover the famous tapestry--to the ominous island domain of the Marlfox clan and its evil leader . . ."

The Long Patrol, Published in 1997 by Brian Jacques, Philomel Books

"The murderous Rapscallion army is on the move. Pursued by Lady Cregga Rose Eyes, the Badger Lady of Salamandastron, they are heading inland to take a great prize: the peaceful Abbey of Redwall.
But the Long Patrol--that fighting unit of perilous hares--is called out to draw them off . . . and fight them to the death if need be. And the lead sword of the Long Patrol will be taken up by the young, in experienced hare Tammo--in one of the most ferocious battles Redwall has ever faced . . ."

Monday, November 22, 2010

Pearls of Lutra, Published in 1996 by Brian Jacques, Philomel Books

"Known as the Tears of All Oceans, six magnificent rose-colored pearls that inspire passion, greed, and deception are mysteriously missing. The only clue is a series of riddles, and Tansy, a young hedgehog maid at Redwall Abbey, is desperate to solve them--for the life of one she holds dear is in great danger.
But Ublaz Mad Eyes--the evil emperor of a tropical isle beyond the horizon--is determined to claim the pearls as his own. And a crew of fearsome monitor lizards and corsairs gathered around him grow restless . . ."

The Outcast of Redwall, Published in 1995 by Brian Jacques, Ace Books

"Abandoned as and infant by his father, the evil warlord Swartt Sixclaw, Veil is raised by the kindhearted Bryony. Despite concerns from everyone at Redwall, Bryony is convinced that Veil's goodness will prevail. But when Veil commits a crime that is unforgivable, he is banished from the abbey forever. Then Swartt and his hordes of searats and vermin attack Redwall, and Veil has to decide: Should he join Swartt in battle against the only creatures who have ever loved him? Or should he turn his back on his true father?"

The Bellmaker, Published in 1994 by Brian Jacques, Philomel Books

"In a faraway kingdom, Mariel the Warriormaid prepared to face her greatest enemy . . .
At Redwall Abbey, a cryptic dream warned Joseph the Bellmaker that his daughter was in danger . . .
Thus began an epic quest that would take Joseph and a courageous band of Redwallers across land and sea to help Mariel. Where a vicious Foxwolf and his bloodthirsty rat hordes have claimed the kingdom as his own. And where Joseph would join Mariel in a heroic battle against the usurper. One that would forever be remembered in the legend and lore of Redwall Abbey . . ."

Sunday, November 21, 2010

Martin the Warrior, Published in 1993 by Brian Jacques, Philomel Books

"As a child, martin was brought to the stronghold of Badrang the Tyrant, forced into enslavement behind its massive walls. But he was strong. He was brave. And mere escape was not his plan, as long as his father's sword rested in Badrang's ruthless fist. . ."

Salamandastron, Published in 1992 by Brian Jacques, Philomel Books

"In the woods and mountains of Redwall, the badgers and mice and the moles lived in peace. Until one day, a weasel assassin came to change their world forever. . ."

Saturday, November 20, 2010

Mariel of Redwall, Published in 1991 by Brian Jacques, Philomel Books

"Dire peril awaits the innocent mousechild Mariel on a voyage with her father across tempest-tossed waters. For Gabool the Wild, King of the Searats, greedily eyes their unsuspecting vessel--hungry for plunder . . . and destruction. Mercilessly cast overboard by the evil rodent, Mariel is washed ashore near Redwall Abbey barely alive . . . with no memory. But with the aid of a small yet hardy band of Woodlanders, the courageous mousemaid is determined to reclaim her identity . . . and to enact a rightful vengeance on the bloodthirsty pirate and his terrible minions."

Friday, November 12, 2010

Mossflower Forest

Mossflower Forest is an imaginary woodland created by Brian Jacques. It is a wide expanse of trees and shrubs that makes up most of the world of Redwall. A wide path winds throughout and goes by the fabled Abbey of Redwall itself. It separates the abbey from a wide expanse of flatlands, and it is bordered by a long ditch. Through the forest there is a large river - the River Moss. This is a way of travel for the shrews and otters, plus other river-dwelling folk, and supplies the wide expanses of Mossflower with water. The forest goes almost to the shore of the great sea on its western side. North, it goes on and on until it is too cold for trees to survive. In the far south, the woodland goes practically forever. In the woodland, there are thousands of minor landmarks, such as watermeadows, huge rocks, a farm house, the church of Saint Ninian's, a rock quarry full of adders, minor tributaries of the River Moss, and countless others. Brian Jacques truly depicts a wonderful place in his books.

Monday, November 1, 2010

Redwall Recipes #4

Today's Recipe:

Otter Rockcream


  • Small Rocks
  • Whipped Cream
This should only be made if you are thinking of pulling a prank on someone. To make the otter rockcream, clean of the rocks (you don't want the recipient to get sick, do you!). Next, cover them with the cream and serve. However, don't let the person eat them, like Folrig and Ruddle did to poor Porty in The Outcast of Redwall.
To find more recipes, click on this link:
http://www.redwall.net/kitchen/misc.html.