His Dark Materials

His Dark Materials is an epic fantasy trilogy by author Philip Pullman, inviting readers on a thrilling journey through parallel worlds. It consists of three parts: Northern Lights, The Subtle Knife, and The Amber Spyglass.
At the heart of the story is the coming-of-age of two children, Lyra Belacqua and Will Parry, whose destinies are intertwined in a struggle between good and evil. Although the main characters are children, Pullman wrote the story for a broad audience, not limiting it to the children's literature genre.
The trilogy masterfully combines fantasy elements — witches, armored bears — with deep philosophical and theological themes. It is a bold reimagining of John Milton's epic Paradise Lost where Pullman reinterprets the idea of original sin, celebrating human curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge.
This series has won numerous prestigious awards, including the Carnegie Medal (for Northern Lights) and the Whitbread Book of the Year (for The Amber Spyglass). It was ranked third in the BBC's The Big Read survey, confirming its significant impact and popularity. His Dark Materials not only captivates with its plot but also provokes thought, sparking debate with its critique of religion and its bold perspective on human nature.