        The creature tentatively picked it up and opened the cover.  The first page bore a likeness of Princess Celestia, which it seemed to recognize.  It slowly turned the pages, its brow furrowing in concentration.  She watched its eyes move, which suggested that it was at least trying to read the pages, although it was obvious it didn’t understand the languages.  Lyra was hardly surprised; she and Twilight had both thought it was a long shot, but worth the try.