# The Complete Adventures of the Borrowers: 5-Book Paperback Box Set

The Complete Adventures of the Borrowers brings Mary Norton’s five-book series together in paperback, with the original black-and-white illustrations by Beth and Joe Krush. The set suits readers ready for a connected classic adventure, while mixed feedback on readability suggests that younger children may benefit from shared reading.

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- Market: CA
- Language: en-CA
- Currency: CAD
- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Books & Comics
- Price: 47.03 CAD
- Previous price: 61.99 CAD
- Discount: 24%
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- Rating: 4.8 / 5
- Reviews: 3542

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## At a glance

- Includes all five Borrowers novels in paperback.
- Retains the original black-and-white illustrations credited to Beth and Joe Krush.
- The listing presents the books as suitable for independent reading or shared reading.

## Pros

- One set contains the full five-book sequence, so readers can follow the Clocks’ adventures across the series.
- Illustrations are included across these editions, adding visual detail to a classic children’s story.
- Customer feedback describes the stories as enjoyable and charming, and some readers see the set as a gift choice.

## Cons

- The 1,152-page total makes this a substantial set for readers who want a shorter or more compact read.

## Specifications

### Set and format
- Format: Paperback box set
- Illustrations: original charming black-and-white illustrations by Beth and Joe Krush
- Print length: 1152 pages
### Publication
- Publisher: Clarion Books
- Publication date: Sept. 13 2011
- Edition: First Edition
- Language: English
- ISBN-13: 978-0152049157
### Reader information
- Reading age: 8 - 12 years
- Grade level: 3 - 7
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions: 13 x 7.54 x 19.35 cm
- Weight listed: 912 g

## Before you buy

- The listing gives a reading age of 8 - 12 years, but customer feedback is mixed on read-aloud ease. Some find it a good preteen read, while others say it is difficult to read to children, so shared reading may depend on the child.

## A good fit for

- Readers looking for all five Borrowers books in one paperback set.
- Families choosing a classic adventure series for independent or shared reading.
- Gift buyers seeking an illustrated children's book collection.

## Less suited to

- Readers looking for a single short book rather than a multi-volume series.
- Younger children who need an especially easy read-aloud, unless an adult is comfortable adapting the reading pace.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback is strongly positive about the stories, describing them as fun, charming and enjoyable, and some readers consider the series suitable for older children and middle-school readers or a gift. Readability is less consistent: while some find it a good preteen read, others find it difficult to read aloud to children. That distinction matters for this set because it is a five-book series intended for independent or shared reading, not a short standalone story.
- Positive themes: Readers describe the stories as enjoyable and charming.
- Positive themes: Some customers consider the series a good choice for older children and a gift.
- Mixed feedback: Opinions vary on readability, particularly for reading the books aloud to children.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which books are included in the set?
The set includes The Borrowers, The Borrowers Afield, The Borrowers Afloat, The Borrowers Aloft, and The Borrowers Avenged.
### Are illustrations included?
The listing says these editions include the original black-and-white illustrations by Beth and Joe Krush.
### Is this set suitable for reading aloud?
The listing describes the books as suitable for shared reading with younger children, but customer feedback on readability varies. Some readers say the books are hard to read to children.
### What reading age does the listing give?
The listed reading age is 8 - 12 years, with a grade level of 3 - 7.

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