Review of The Dark by Lemony Snicket

Authors

James T. Sandberg, Cedarville UniversityFollow

Publisher

Little, Brown, and Co.

City

New York, New York, United States of America

Date of Publication

2013

ISBN

978-0-3161-8748-0

Date of Review

2013

Disciplines

Library and Information Science | Modern Literature

Keywords

Children's literature, reviews

Review

Laszlo is afraid of the dark, until the night that the dark visits him in his room and shows him how necessary darkness really is. As with many of his books, Lemony Snicket leaves his readers with a sense of aloofness, not because his message is unclear but because he relays the story in a nonchalant manner, not unlike Tim Burton’s films or Wiley Miller’s comics. However, Snicket still effectively communicates the idea contrast as essential to the understanding of either extreme, which of course create a balance of appreciation and respect. The illustrations are tastefully minimalist, giving the reader only as much information as is necessary for the progression of the story. Another excellent selection for Lemony Snicket fans, and a fun read for even the most skeptical of his critics. Additional Selection. James Sandberg, Centennial Library Intern

Recommended Citation

Sandberg, James T., "Review of The Dark by Lemony Snicket" (2013). Library Intern Book Reviews. 93.
https://digitalcommons.cedarville.edu/intern_book_reviews/93

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