Philip Pullman’s Dark Materials

Philip Pullman's *His Dark Materials* trilogy is a fantasy series set in a universe parallel to ours, where every human has a physical companion called a dæmon—an animal representing their soul. The story follows Lyra Belacqua, a brave girl who uncovers a sinister plot involving experimental science and the nature of consciousness. Themes include free will, authority, and the conflict between science and religion. The series explores complex ideas through adventure and rich world-building, challenging readers to consider profound moral and philosophical questions about the nature of knowledge, faith, and human identity.