Status
Checked out
Series
Publication
Nobrow Press (2010), Edition: Sew, 24 pages
Description
Hilda can never sit still for long without setting off on another adventure. She can't resist exploring her enchanting world -- a place where trolls walk, crows speak, and mountains move. While on an expedition to illustrate the magical creatures of the mountains around her home, Hilda spots a mountain troll. As the blue-haired explorer sits and sketches, she slowly starts to nod off. By the time she wakes up, the troll has totally disappeared and, even worse, Hilda is lost in a snowstorm. On her way home, Hilda befriends a lonely wooden man, and narrowly avoids getting squashed by a lost giant.
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LibraryThing member 4sarad
This book was seriously weird, but I really liked it. I don't know if I can even call it a book since it's only a few pages long. I'm a little afraid it's going to get lost on my shelves! I would say it's suitable for all readers, but they did use one "bad" word. Anyways, I thought it was really
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LibraryThing member paula-childrenslib
Hilda sits in her tent listening to the thunder passing overhead when she hears a bell. As she hurtles towards the vanishing tinkling sound, Hilda unwittingly embarks on an adventure into strange worlds ruled by magical forces.
LibraryThing member pussreboots
Hildafolk by Luke Pearson is the first of the Hildafolk series and was done to highlight Pearson's artwork. It's about a third the length of the later Hilda books but shows the potential of the following ones.
Hilda lives with her mother in a cabin in the foothills. She adores nature and the
She loves to explore. She's prone to get lost. The forest is changeable. In the later books, Hilda's ties to the spirit world are firmly established. She can see them because she thinks like them, and she takes things at face value. Here, he shows this through her crossing paths with a giant. She's lost and she believes he knows where he's going. Turns out, he doesn't.
Though it's short and not as refined as the later ones, it's still a must read for fans of Hilda.
Hilda lives with her mother in a cabin in the foothills. She adores nature and the
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creatures who live there: mundane and magical. She's wary of giants. She isn't as brave about the magical elements of her surrounds as she will be. But she's willing to believe and willing to share. She loves to explore. She's prone to get lost. The forest is changeable. In the later books, Hilda's ties to the spirit world are firmly established. She can see them because she thinks like them, and she takes things at face value. Here, he shows this through her crossing paths with a giant. She's lost and she believes he knows where he's going. Turns out, he doesn't.
Though it's short and not as refined as the later ones, it's still a must read for fans of Hilda.
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LibraryThing member mirikayla
I read something about this recently that caused me to make a special trip to the library for it, but I can't remember what it was. Visually, this book is lovely. The world is a very whimsical one, with interesting creatures and a mother and daughter that interact more like friends. I think I was
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expecting to be blown away, and I wasn't really, but it is definitely enjoyable. Show Less
LibraryThing member flying_monkeys
Hilda is a young adventurer who loves to read, draw, and explore her woodland surroundings with her pet fox, Twig. During her latest adventure, Hilda discovers that trolls may not be the creatures of myth she's read about.
Fun story. Artwork felt grounded in earthy tones. Probably won't read the
3 stars
Fun story. Artwork felt grounded in earthy tones. Probably won't read the
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others in the series.3 stars
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LibraryThing member sweetiegherkin
Hilda is blue-haired girl living in a fantasy world where unusual and magical creatures are rather a common sight. Hilda is never one to shy away from adventure and happily deals with things as they come her way. This first volume is a series really concerns just one tiny story about Hilda's
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interest in trolls, and thus is a very short read. In spirit, it reminded me a bit of the Over the Garden Wall show and comics, but it wasn't quite as charming. Despite positive buzz about the series as a whole, I have no plans to move on to the second volume. Show Less
LibraryThing member allriledup
Whimsical, quick read. I really enjoyed the illustrations.
LibraryThing member saroz
This is the first of Luke Pearson's delightful Hilda graphic novels, formerly titled Hildafolk. I discovered them by accident, because I have a cat named Hilda - and it's an unusual enough name to catch my eye when I encounter it. By sheer coincidence, this was only days before the premiere of the
This first adventure is simpler and lighter than future volumes, with angular art that Pearson has been softening over time. The tone and character of the book is exactly the same, though. Many reviewers comment on a similarity to the animated movies of Hayao Miyazaki, but I am more strongly reminded of L. Frank Baum's Oz books, which also focus on a pragmatic little girl who goes on fantastic adventures (and takes them completely in her stride). The Hilda books have an earthier, more Nordic flavor, but they are very Ozzy nonetheless.
Consider this book an appetizer for the more involved, later series, and get to know Hilda as soon as you can. Her family, her adventures, and her world will charm you, as they did me.
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new Netflix Hilda cartoon. I am quite familiar with Hilda now, and I'm ready to follow her wherever she goes. This first adventure is simpler and lighter than future volumes, with angular art that Pearson has been softening over time. The tone and character of the book is exactly the same, though. Many reviewers comment on a similarity to the animated movies of Hayao Miyazaki, but I am more strongly reminded of L. Frank Baum's Oz books, which also focus on a pragmatic little girl who goes on fantastic adventures (and takes them completely in her stride). The Hilda books have an earthier, more Nordic flavor, but they are very Ozzy nonetheless.
Consider this book an appetizer for the more involved, later series, and get to know Hilda as soon as you can. Her family, her adventures, and her world will charm you, as they did me.
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LibraryThing member asxz
Such is the life of a reader! I picked this up after I heard they had made a Netflix show of it and because it sounded fun. It is. Hilda is a delight and her exasperation at the wood-man's appearances are a joy. I was right there with her sleeping in a tent in the rain, feeling the thrill of being
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safe and snug, yet so close to the elements. I found myself lingering over the panels and relishing every expression. I can't wait to pick up more of Hilda's adventures. Show Less
LibraryThing member LibroLindsay
Yay! Glad to have finally embarked on my Hilda fix. Totally adorable.
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All-ages comic for Panels' Read Harder challenge.
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All-ages comic for Panels' Read Harder challenge.
LibraryThing member oldandnewbooksmell
When Hilda goes out to sketch some rocks, she meets a rock troll.
I watched the first season of Hilda on Netflix when it came out and loved it. Now, reading the graphic novel, I can't help hearing the voice actress for Hilda in my head as I read, which is delightful.
I loved the coloring of the
There's not a ton of background of this story, but you quickly get into the setting and story within a few panels.
It's a great read for younger children who would like to go on an adventure.
I watched the first season of Hilda on Netflix when it came out and loved it. Now, reading the graphic novel, I can't help hearing the voice actress for Hilda in my head as I read, which is delightful.
I loved the coloring of the
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graphic novel, it made everything seem peaceful.There's not a ton of background of this story, but you quickly get into the setting and story within a few panels.
It's a great read for younger children who would like to go on an adventure.
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Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2010
Physical description
24 p.; 6.5 x 0.25 inches
ISBN
1907704043 / 9781907704048