I read Watership Down for the first time last year and I instantly fell in love with it. It's truly an outstanding book. So, I was extremely excited when I was able to obtain a copy of these short stories at my local library.

I did enjoy this collection, yet not to the same extent as I did the original book. The stories are divided into three parts. Part I consists of the tales about El-ahrairah that all rabbits are familiar with (including some that were hinted at in the original book). Part II narrates the journey of El-ahrairah and Rabscuttle on their way home from their visit to the Black Rabbit of Inlé. Part III is a brief continuation of the lives of the Watership rabbits after the conclusion of Watership Down.

As the book progresses, I felt that it started to become more disjointed. I liked Part I the most among the three parts. It had the feel of a collection of short stories, and one could tell that Adams had them well thought out before writing. Part II also had a similar sense of forethought, but since all the chapters build upon one another, it could sometimes drag a little. Part III gave the impression that Adams didn't have a clear plan. The chapters seemed more fantastical compared to what was in the original book. The whole part with Thinial seemed like an attempt by Adams to improve female representation, but it didn't really serve a narrative purpose and only worked to a certain extent. The idea of co-Chief Rabbits was a nice addition, but again, it only functioned half of the time. Bigwig randomly regressed to not believing in Fiver's abilities and being somewhat sexist towards Hyzenthlay, which made me have a slightly negative view of his character. I didn't quite understand why the book ended on the Campion chapter. The ending felt inappropriate. I didn't really have much interest in Efrafa or the Efrafan rabbits, so ending on one of them was a strange choice.

Overall, it was a pleasant visit to a cozy burrow, but with some odd decisions. 4/5

Popsugar Reading Prompt: A book with a made-up language

I have a profound love for these rabbits and this enchanting universe.

When I delved into this, I didn't anticipate a sequel as I had already perused the description of the book. Instead, I wholeheartedly relished it for what it presented.

There was some rabbit lore that we had been introduced to in the original, and then there were additional captivating stories about my most cherished and beloved rabbits.

Don't look forward to grand and epic adventures here. However, if you have an affection for this world and simply desire to know more about it, you are bound to love it.

I can hardly wait to encourage my children to read these books in the future. Haha.

It's a world that holds a special charm, and these stories add depth and warmth to it.

Whether it's the familiar lore or the new tales, they all contribute to making this a truly delightful experience.

I'm excited to share this wonderful world with my children and see how they respond to it.

Maybe they'll fall in love with these rabbits and this universe just as I have.

Who knows what kind of adventures and discoveries they'll have within these pages?

It's a thought that fills me with anticipation and joy.

I'm sure they'll have a great time exploring this magical world of rabbits.

And I'll be right there with them, reliving my own love for it.

I was eagerly anticipating the enchanting tales that were supposed to be told in Watership Down.

However, to my great disappointment, I did not find that expected charm.

The book had been hyped up as a masterpiece of adventure and imagination, but for me, it fell short.

The characters, although well-developed, failed to truly capture my heart.

The story, while having its moments of excitement, lacked the overall magic that I had hoped for.

Perhaps it was my own high expectations that led to this letdown, but regardless, I could not help but feel a sense of dissatisfaction.

Maybe upon a second reading, I will be able to see the beauty and wonder that others have found in Watership Down, but for now, it remains a bit of a mystery to me.

I will continue to explore other works of literature in the hopes of finding that elusive enchantment that I so渴望.

It has been over 30 years since I first picked up and read Watership Down.

This remarkable book has an astonishing ability to transport me back in time, resurrecting a plethora of wonderful memories associated with that captivating novel.

As I think about it now, I can vividly recall the unique and engaging world that Richard Adams created within its pages. The adventures of the rabbits, their struggles, their friendships, and their determination all come flooding back.

It's truly a testament to the power of great literature that a book read so long ago can still have such a profound impact and bring forth such a wealth of cherished memories.

Even after all these years, Watership Down remains a classic that I will always hold dear in my heart.

I would only recommend Tales from Watership Down to those who have read and relished Watership Down. The first half of this book presents short stories from the rabbit mythology. Many of these were alluded to in the initial book. They are only marginally entertaining and lack an overarching plot. It's as if they are just snippets of a larger world without a coherent narrative thread tying them together.

The second half focuses on our original rabbits and their life subsequent to defeating General Woundwart. It is better than the first half, yet even these sections feel rushed. There is a lack of the magical and enchanting feelings that the first book managed to evoke. It's as if the magic has been lost in the translation from the original to this follow-up. And then, quite abruptly, the book ends. What? It leaves the reader with a sense of dissatisfaction and incompleteness.

It took me nearly two months to read this as I could only maintain interest for a chapter at a time. Overall, this was a disappointment. It felt more like an attempt to capitalize on the success of Watership Down rather than having anything truly new or interesting to offer. It seems that the author was more concerned with cashing in on the popularity of the original rather than creating a worthy successor.

One of the most purely enjoyable books I've read since my childhood.

Each short story is truly a captivating page-turner, offering a fascinating glimpse into a secret world filled with adventure, life, and death.

It makes you wonder, is anybody up for a game of Burrows & Bunnies?

The map of the down is provided here: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&s....

This map allows you to explore the fictional location of Watership Down and imagine the adventures that took place there.

Whether you're a fan of adventure stories or just looking for a good read, this book is sure to delight.

Can one give less than five stars to the man who wrote your favorite book? Apparently so, because this much-demanded sequel loudly requested by the admirers of Watership Down does not follow the much more famous and beloved predecessor in style or epicness. Despite the introduction, the succession of stories is most of the time confusing. The messiah rabbit El-ahrairah acts and speaks as if he were running in the present time. The mythical aura that characterized the tales told by Fiver in the first brilliant, fabulous episode no longer exists. He is a modern-day rabbit. Also, the writing is weak and not very careful, an opinion surely dictated by a new translator in the passage from English to Italian.

I appreciated the return on paper of my little rabbits, but unfortunately, I have to admit that I don't find in my hands a true continuation nor even an attempt at imitation. Although having temporal references, they are unconnected stories and very far from what leads to loving Watership Down immensely. However, The Story of Rowsby Woof, "included because it represents the kind of absurd narrations that rabbits particularly love", as Richard explains to us, has a surreal humor and is completely foreign to the rest of the book that might appeal to the weirder tastes.

Exclusively for the fans.

How did this happen?

I firmly believe that Richard Adams must have given permission to a sixth grade English class to pen their own sequel to Watership Down.

There is simply no conceivable way that this could be the work of the same author.

The original Watership Down was a masterpiece, filled with rich character development, complex plotlines, and beautiful prose.

In contrast, this new piece seems to lack the depth and sophistication that made the original so beloved.

It feels as if it was written by someone who did not fully understand the essence of the story or the genius of its author.

Perhaps the students had good intentions, but their inexperience shows through in every page.

It is a disappointment to see such a great work of literature being tampered with in this way.

One can only hope that future attempts at续写 will be more respectful of the original and will do justice to the legacy of Richard Adams.

Tales From Watership Down is a compilation of stories that doesn't truly qualify as a sequel but rather functions more as a coda to the happenings in Watership Down.

The book is divided into three parts. However, Parts I and II are closely intertwined. They mainly consist of tales regarding the adventures of El-ahrairah. Among them, 'The Story of the Terrible Hay Making' stands out as the best, along with two other stories. One of these, 'The Rabbits Ghost Story', is also very good.

The third part pertains to some of the events that occur after the conclusion of 'Watership Down'. The most captivating storyline is that of Flyairth, which, regrettably, concludes without a resolution.

Only those who have truly relished 'Watership Down' should consider reading this, as it is a rather inconsistent collection. Sadly, there is a politically correct tone贯穿 some of the stories (such as humans being evil and so on). But at least Adams depicts nature in all its potential brutality - red in tooth and claw.

Overall, while Tales From Watership Down has its亮点, it also has its flaws, making it a somewhat uneven read.

This book is not a comprehensive continuation of Watership Down.

The first part consists of short stories related to the rabbits' lore.

Regarding the favorite character, although Hazel, Fiver, and Hyzenthlay are among the top contenders, I didn't have a definite favorite.

The favorite part for me was reading about what occurs after Watership Down. It was also interesting to finally learn the correct pronunciation of El-Ahrairah.

Overall, it was a pleasant experience to read another book about Hazel, Fiver, and the other rabbits.

It added more depth and detail to the world of Watership Down, allowing readers to further explore the adventures and lives of these beloved characters.

The short stories in the first part provided unique insights into the rabbits' culture and traditions, while the continuation of the main story satisfied my curiosity about what happened next.

Despite not having a clear favorite character, I found each of them to be well-developed and engaging in their own ways.

This book is a worthy addition to the Watership Down series and will surely appeal to fans of the original novel.

A great collection of stories from the world of Watership Down awaits.

This collection is neatly divided into three distinct parts. The first part consists of a set of stories narrated by the main characters from the first book. Here, the characters make their appearance before each story, eager to tell and listen.

The second part is a series of tales that are divorced from the characters of the first book. Instead, it follows the adventures of the legendary rabbit that readers are familiar with from the stories within a story in the initial book.

The third part is more of a straightforward novella. It delves into the doings of Hazel, Fiver, Bigwig, and others as they commence setting up a spin-off warren that was briefly mentioned in the first book. Notably, this part of the book occurs between the ending of the first book and its epilogue.

The third part is truly the best. The author achieves a wonderful balance. On one hand, sequels are excellent as they allow us to revisit the beloved characters. On the other hand, they can sometimes undermine the hard-won feeling of happily-ever-after. In this sequel's third part, there is drama, yet at times, it's simply charming, dealing with day-to-day obstacles.

This book is cute and concise, but it doesn't really have a profound reason to exist beyond offering more rabbit stories. That's not necessarily a bad thing. However, it's evident that the author was determined to give the rabbits a happily-ever-after ending after the first book. So, one might wonder why, if the author didn't want to subject the characters to turmoil again, he bothered to write another book about them.

In the end, what we have is a collection of cute stories about the rabbits we adore. While they may not be engaged in as compelling activities as in the first book, I would still recommend this book to anyone who enjoyed and missed reading about Bigwig and his companions.

The second book that follows Watership Down (in a way).

It is a collection of tales set within the same universe, each having an incredibly profound meaning hidden beneath the surface. Some of these stories had a greater impact on me than others, yet it definitely evokes the same eerie feeling that Watership Down did so masterfully. I would suggest that you read Watership Down first, although it is not an absolute necessity. These tales are a bit more suitable for children. However, I used to watch Watership Down repeatedly as a child and adored it, so my assessment in this regard may not be the most reliable. If you are a fan of Watership Down for its deeper messaging, then these stories will surely appeal to you. But even if you simply liked the plot of Watership Down for what it was, rather than focusing on its possible meanings, this is also a delightful read that follows on from it. It very much gives the impression of reading fables about a magical natural world.

Overall, it is a worthy addition to the Watership Down universe and offers a unique and engaging reading experience.