Jim Henson's the Power of the Dark Crystal Vol. 1

By Simon Spurrier

Book Overview

An official sequel to Jim Henson's cult classic fantasy film The Dark Crystal. Years have passed since the Dark Crystal was healed and peace was restored on Thra. Though Jen and Kira have ruled as King and Queen, they have become distracted by power. The planet is sick and those on the surface of Thra are not the only ones effected. A mysterious race of creatures called Firelings live in a realm near the planet's core, hidden from the Gelfling and their kingdom. A young Fireling named Thurma is tasked with stealing a shard of the Crystal to restore power to her world. Along the way she'll befriend the young Gelfling Kensho, conjure the Skeksis and Mystics, and embark on one incredible adventure. Written by Simon Spurrier ( The Spire , X-Men Legacy ) and lushly illustrated by Kelly and Nichole Matthews ( Toil & Trouble ), The Power of the Dark Crystal includes behind-the-scenes materials on the making of this sure to be classic tale of wonder.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 160886992X
• ISBN13: 9781608869923
• Release Date: October 2017
• Publisher: Archaia
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 11.4"
• Age Range: 13 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 8 to 12

Customer Reviews

Must Have for Dark Crystal Fans!

Whether you witnessed the magic for the first time with the film in the 80's or being a newly initiated gelfling with the Netflix series, this sequel is a must add to your collection.