The Gryphon: In Which the Extraordinary Correspondence of Griffin & Sabine Is Rediscovered

by Nick Bantock

Hardcover, 2001

Status

Available

Call number

823.914

Collection

Publication

Chronicle Books (2001), Edition: 1st, Hardcover, 56 pages

Description

Griffin & Sabine, Sabine's Notebook, and The Golden Mean have sold over 3 million copies worldwide, and spent over 100 weeks on The New York Times best-seller list. At long last, Nick Bantock brings us a new volume in the Griffin and Sabine story. The Gryphon is a tale rich in the artistry, mystery, and surprise that make the original saga so beloved. Although readers will be drawn into the book without ever having read the trilogy, The Gryphon begins to answer the question that fans have been waiting eight years to answer: "What happened to Griffin and Sabine?" As their remarkable fates are gradually revealed, we are introduced to Matthew and Isabella, long-distance lovers who find themselves entwined not only in each other's lives, but also in a perilous and alluring intrigue. The drama literally unfolds from postcard to richly decorated postcard and as provocative letters are pulled from real envelopes. The Gryphon features stunning new imagery, offering glimpses of mythic dreamscapes and surreal creatures as only Nick Bantock could have imagined. For those meeting Griffin and Sabine for the first time, here's an introduction that will have them yearning to explore the earlier volumes. And for those who have already entered the enchanting world of Griffin and Sabine, The Gryphon is a delightful rediscovery of a truly extraordinary correspondence.… (more)

User reviews

LibraryThing member heidilove
these are beautiful and tender and sweet and strong and true.
LibraryThing member xicanti
A beautiful book that adds a new dimmension to the Griffin and Sabine story. This definitely isn't a stand-alone work, but for those already familiar with this world and willing to commit to the next two volumes, it's pure pleasure.
LibraryThing member tluneau
I know I must be over the edge--but when these first came out, I was absolutely breathless for the next in the series to appear, and I just read those letters again and again--and now I treasure them as if they are from friends. So if I have lost my mind--I don't care. These are the ultimate love
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letters not only preserved but beautifully presented.
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LibraryThing member DCArchitect
A feast for the eyes. A wonderful work of art and immagination every bit as good as Bantock's "Griffin and Sabine."
LibraryThing member MrsLee
Now Matthew and Isabella are added into the correspondence. The story has taken a turn for the weirder. I don't even know how do describe it, but it is lovely to read and I will continue.
LibraryThing member engpunk77
I think Bantock is taking this too far, and it's much less enjoyable as it goes on.
LibraryThing member SandyAMcPherson
The continuing story of Sabine & Griffin becomes intertwined with other characters. I lost interest in the series because I could never figure out what was actually going on and quite frankly, I don't trust Bantock to ever enlighten us! Still admiring the art. Somewhat reminds me of Charles Van
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Sandwyk's illustrations.
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LibraryThing member kimpiddington
The saga continues!
LibraryThing member bnbookgirl
Griffin and Sabine have disappeared and suddenly Sabine appears and asks for help from and archeologist in Egypt. This book is filled with danger and strange forces. Matthew and Isabella must unlock the secret world they have become a part of.
LibraryThing member SeriousGrace
In Gryphon we move on from Griffin and Sabine to Matthew and Isabella, another pair of star-crossed lovers. Don't worry, G & S are still there, just in a murkier role. Sabine needs help from archaeologist Matthew, but the meaning behind her request is all smoke and mirrors. As with all the other
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books in the series, the art is amazing, even if the story has gotten a little too cloaked in mystery.
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Language

Original language

English

Original publication date

2001

Physical description

56 p.; 8.13 inches

ISBN

0811831620 / 9780811831628
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