--- product_id: 24924656 title: "The Borrowers Afield: A British Classic Fantasy About Family Survival for Kids (Ages 8-12)" price: "€ 24.42" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/24924656-the-borrowers-afield-a-british-classic-fantasy-about-family-survival store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Outdoor adventure & survival theme Ages 8-12 ideal reader range Classic British fantasy series The Borrowers Afield: A British Classic Fantasy About Family Survival for Kids (Ages 8-12) **Price:** € 24.42 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Unlock the magic of tiny heroes and big adventures β€” don’t miss out on this timeless classic! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Borrowers Afield: A British Classic Fantasy About Family Survival for Kids (Ages 8-12) - **How much does it cost?** € 24.42 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/24924656-the-borrowers-afield-a-british-classic-fantasy-about-family-survival) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Adventure Meets Heart:** Follow Pod, Homily, and Arrietty on a thrilling journey of survival, friendship, and discovery in the great outdoors. - β€’ **Timeless British Fantasy:** Dive into Mary Norton's enchanting world of tiny Borrowers, a beloved classic that shaped children's literature. - β€’ **Perfect for Family Reading:** Ideal for kids aged 8-12 and adults alike, making storytime a shared magical experience. - β€’ **Critically Acclaimed & Loved:** Boasts a 4.6-star rating from over 300 readers, proving its lasting appeal and quality storytelling. - β€’ **Award-Winning Series Continuation:** Book Two in a series that seamlessly blends fantasy with relatable family dynamics and suspense. ## Overview The Borrowers Afield is the second book in Mary Norton's iconic British fantasy series for children aged 8-12. It follows the tiny Borrower family as they embark on a daring journey across the countryside, facing natural dangers and forging new friendships. Praised for its imaginative storytelling and rich character development, this book continues to captivate young readers and adults alike, maintaining a strong 4.6-star rating from over 300 reviews. ## Description Driven from their home in the big house, Pod, Homily, and Arrietty take up life in a boot. Review: Book Two in a Classic Series - Long before there were Littles or anyone shrunk their children, Mary Norton had written this warm and wonderful series about a race of tiny people who live hidden in quiet country houses and "borrow" their livings from the human inhabitants. Their lives depend on remaining unseen and unsuspected. But little Arietty Clock, who lives with her parents (Pod and Homily) is a naturally curious girl and lonely besides. When, on her very first trip out to Borrow ("The Borrowers," 1952), she is "seen" by a little human boy, she becomes friends with him and sets off a chain of events that will threaten her family's very existence -- and make staying in their home beneath the kitchen floorboards impossible. In this second tale (1955), Pod, Homily, and Arietty set off across country, searching for long-lost relatives in the hopes of finding a new home and a new life. Despite the dangers (owls, badgers, insects, etc.), Arietty loves the freedom of living outdoors in the sunshine and fresh air. They set up housekeeping in an old boot and soon meet Spiller, a half-wild huntsman Borrower, who has the knack of showing up in the very nick of time to provide food, news -- and help. But they are reminded of their vulnerability when the gypsy Mild Eye finds and traps them. Pod and Homily, having no other option, must go against all of their instincts in order to survive.... With her "Borrowers" series, Mary Norton accomplished what few writers are able to do: she created a group of characters that become real through her words; and a fantasy world that is so realistic that readers young and old will be lost in it, and will look at their own world differently forever after. Though each stands alone, the first four tales read as fluidly as if they are all parts of one larger book -- indeed, they have been published as a single volume in the past -- and can be read consecutively without excessive and tiresome rehashing of the previous plots. The books are billed by booksellers as written for 8-10 year olds, but they are ideal for reading aloud to younger children; and adults too will enjoy the sheer fun they contain. I first read them when I was ten -- long before "Avenged" was written and answered my longstanding questions about the Borrowers' fate. All five books remain in my reading cycle, to be reread every few years in their entirety. By stages funny, thrilling, and poignant, these lovely books will capture your imagination and keep you turning pages all the way to the end. Review: Just as wonderful as the first book! - I just love Mary Norton's stories. The characters are wonderfully funny and this book was just as good as the first one. I read the Borrowers a lot when I was a child, but this was the first time I've read the Borrowers Afield. I bought it as a birthday present for my daughter, and couldn't help reading it secretly before it was time to give it to her. I can't wait to share it with her! The story is told in such a refreshing, wonderful way compared to so many modern stories. One thing I really like about her writing is that it reminds me a little of a play - the settings are simple and don't change much, and most of the story is in the dialogue and interactions between the characters. I wonder how much that has to do with the fact that she was an actress. ## Features - The Borrowers Afield By Norton Mary Krush Beth ILT Krush Joe ILT ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #280,711 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #82 in Children's Arthurian Folk Tales & Myths #1,684 in Children's Classics #3,023 in Fantasy for Children | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 302 Reviews | ## Images ![The Borrowers Afield: A British Classic Fantasy About Family Survival for Kids (Ages 8-12) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91coIxveDBL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Book Two in a Classic Series *by K***T on January 24, 2006* Long before there were Littles or anyone shrunk their children, Mary Norton had written this warm and wonderful series about a race of tiny people who live hidden in quiet country houses and "borrow" their livings from the human inhabitants. Their lives depend on remaining unseen and unsuspected. But little Arietty Clock, who lives with her parents (Pod and Homily) is a naturally curious girl and lonely besides. When, on her very first trip out to Borrow ("The Borrowers," 1952), she is "seen" by a little human boy, she becomes friends with him and sets off a chain of events that will threaten her family's very existence -- and make staying in their home beneath the kitchen floorboards impossible. In this second tale (1955), Pod, Homily, and Arietty set off across country, searching for long-lost relatives in the hopes of finding a new home and a new life. Despite the dangers (owls, badgers, insects, etc.), Arietty loves the freedom of living outdoors in the sunshine and fresh air. They set up housekeeping in an old boot and soon meet Spiller, a half-wild huntsman Borrower, who has the knack of showing up in the very nick of time to provide food, news -- and help. But they are reminded of their vulnerability when the gypsy Mild Eye finds and traps them. Pod and Homily, having no other option, must go against all of their instincts in order to survive.... With her "Borrowers" series, Mary Norton accomplished what few writers are able to do: she created a group of characters that become real through her words; and a fantasy world that is so realistic that readers young and old will be lost in it, and will look at their own world differently forever after. Though each stands alone, the first four tales read as fluidly as if they are all parts of one larger book -- indeed, they have been published as a single volume in the past -- and can be read consecutively without excessive and tiresome rehashing of the previous plots. The books are billed by booksellers as written for 8-10 year olds, but they are ideal for reading aloud to younger children; and adults too will enjoy the sheer fun they contain. I first read them when I was ten -- long before "Avenged" was written and answered my longstanding questions about the Borrowers' fate. All five books remain in my reading cycle, to be reread every few years in their entirety. By stages funny, thrilling, and poignant, these lovely books will capture your imagination and keep you turning pages all the way to the end. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just as wonderful as the first book! *by A***E on October 20, 2014* I just love Mary Norton's stories. The characters are wonderfully funny and this book was just as good as the first one. I read the Borrowers a lot when I was a child, but this was the first time I've read the Borrowers Afield. I bought it as a birthday present for my daughter, and couldn't help reading it secretly before it was time to give it to her. I can't wait to share it with her! The story is told in such a refreshing, wonderful way compared to so many modern stories. One thing I really like about her writing is that it reminds me a little of a play - the settings are simple and don't change much, and most of the story is in the dialogue and interactions between the characters. I wonder how much that has to do with the fact that she was an actress. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book *by A***E on January 14, 2013* I loved this book! It was a great use of time and very cool! It was super exiting. I personally loved the first book, and this is even better! You know,sometimes I wonder we're some of my knick knacks have gone, and now I think I know..... ## Frequently Bought Together - The Borrowers Afield (Borrowers, 2) - The Borrowers (Borrowers, 1) - The Borrowers Afloat (Borrowers, 3) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/24924656-the-borrowers-afield-a-british-classic-fantasy-about-family-survival](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/24924656-the-borrowers-afield-a-british-classic-fantasy-about-family-survival) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-24*