Book Series · 4 Books

The Borrowers Books

In order from The Borrowers Afield to The Borrowers Avenged.

The Borrowers series is a set of 4 chapter books by Mary Norton, published between 1955 and 1982. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 220 pages.

The Borrowers Afield
The Borrowers Afloat
The Borrowers Aloft
The Borrowers Avenged
The Borrowers Afield
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Borrowers Afield
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1955

The Borrowers Afield

By Mary Norton, Beth Krush (Illustrator), Joe Krush (Illustrator)

Tiny family must adapt to life in a boot.

215 pages· 44,591 words· Est. 6 hour read
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Summary: Pod, Homily, and Arrietty, a family of tiny borrowers, are forced to leave their comfortable home in the big house. Now, they must navigate the challenges of living in a boot, facing new dangers and unexpected adventures. Can they find a way to thrive in their new world, or will the perils of their new environment prove too great? Discover the resilience and ingenuity of this miniature family as they embark on a journey of survival and discovery.
The complete set

The Borrowers Series

4 books · Published 1955–1982

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The Borrowers Afloat

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1959

Tiny travelers face floods and unexpected homes in their quest for safety.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Borrowers series?

There are 4 books in the Borrowers series. It began with The Borrowers Afield in 1955, and the newest book, The Borrowers Avenged, was published in 1982.

What ages are the Borrowers books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Borrowers book is the longest?

The Borrowers Avenged is the longest book in the series at 67,585 words (298 pages).

Which Borrowers book is the shortest?

The Borrowers Aloft is the shortest at 35,187 words (224 pages).

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