2004, ISBN: 0606328130

Turtleback, [EAN: 9780606328135], Demco Media, Demco Media, Book, [PU: Demco Media], 2004-11-30, Demco Media, Author Jonathan Stroud delivers such a potent and unforgettable mix of magic,… Mehr…

Turtleback, [EAN: 9780606328135], Demco Media, Demco Media, Book, [PU: Demco Media], 2004-11-30, Demco Media, Author Jonathan Stroud delivers such a potent and unforgettable mix of magic, history and intrigue with The Amulet of Samarkand, the first part of his compelling Bartimaeus Trilogy, that it is difficult not to want to read the next novel immediately. Undoubtedly the shortest 480 pages you'll ever read, The Amulet of Samarkand is a superb novel of revenge and adventure with the most original central character for years. Bartimaeus is a wisecracking Djinni (pronounced "Jinnee" we're reliably informed) unlike no other. Summoned from some otherworldly place to do the bidding of a pipsqueak trainee magician called Nathanial, he sets about his given task reluctantly but with aplomb. Nathanial is after revenge and that makes him dangerous. Previously humiliated by a powerful magician called Simon Lovelace in front of his impotent master, Nathanial has spent every waking hour for years cramming knowledge of the highest magic into his head so that he can exact his own special kind of vengeance. Bartimaeus is charged to steal a precious and powerful object--the Amulet of Samarkand--from Lovelace's residence, which the Djinni achieves but not without angering a few old mates on the same astral plane and having to spend the night annoyingly disguised as a bird. Bartimaeus, despite being bound to Nathaniel, discovers the boy's real name--a tool he can use to his own advantage. But he is constantly outwitted. Then an overriding danger becomes apparent that threatens the whole fabric of society and they must work together to combat it. Stroud's fantasy world is familiar, yet fascinatingly different. It's almost Victorian London, yet Magicians hold overall power and inhabit parliament. The writing is captivating, the story intelligent and mesmerising. It's difficult to imagine a more scintillating collection of characters and situations. Unmissable. (Recommended for ages 10 and over.) --John McLay, 291759, Action & Adventure, 291747, Fiction, 69, Children's Books, 1025612, Subjects, 266239, Books, 291761, Science Fiction & Fantasy, 291747, Fiction, 69, Children's Books, 1025612, Subjects, 266239, Books, 5346594031, Action & Adventure, 280211, Literature & Fiction, 52, Young Adult, 1025612, Subjects, 266239, Books, 5346646031, General, 280230, Fantasy, 280229, Science Fiction & Fantasy, 52, Young Adult, 1025612, Subjects, 266239, Books, 279254, Fantasy, 278471, Alternative History, 279255, Anthologies & Short Stories, 4034597031, Christian Fantasy, 4034598031, Coming of Age, 279256, Contemporary, 279257, Epic, 4034599031, Fairy Tales, 279259, Historical, 4034600031, Low Fantasy, 4034601031, Metaphysical & Visionary, 4034602031, Myths & Legends, 4034609031, Superhero, 4034610031, Sword & Sorcery, 4034612031, TV, Movie, Game Adaptations, 4034613031, Urban, 4034595031, Science Fiction & Fantasy, 1025612, Subjects, 266239, Books<

2007, ISBN: 0606328130

Turtleback, [EAN: 9780606328135], Demco Media, Demco Media, Book, [PU: Demco Media], Demco Media, Author Jonathan Stroud delivers such a potent and unforgettable mix of magic, history and… Mehr…

Turtleback, [EAN: 9780606328135], Demco Media, Demco Media, Book, [PU: Demco Media], Demco Media, Author Jonathan Stroud delivers such a potent and unforgettable mix of magic, history and intrigue with The Amulet of Samarkand, the first part of his compelling Bartimaeus Trilogy, that it is difficult not to want to read the next novel immediately. Undoubtedly the shortest 480 pages you'll ever read, The Amulet of Samarkand is a superb novel of revenge and adventure with the most original central character for years. Bartimaeus is a wisecracking Djinni (pronounced "Jinnee" we're reliably informed) unlike no other. Summoned from some otherworldly place to do the bidding of a pipsqueak trainee magician called Nathanial, he sets about his given task reluctantly but with aplomb. Nathanial is after revenge and that makes him dangerous. Previously humiliated by a powerful magician called Simon Lovelace in front of his impotent master, Nathanial has spent every waking hour for years cramming knowledge of the highest magic into his head so that he can exact his own special kind of vengeance. Bartimaeus is charged to steal a precious and powerful object--the Amulet of Samarkand--from Lovelace's residence, which the Djinni achieves but not without angering a few old mates on the same astral plane and having to spend the night annoyingly disguised as a bird. Bartimaeus, despite being bound to Nathaniel, discovers the boy's real name--a tool he can use to his own advantage. But he is constantly outwitted. Then an overriding danger becomes apparent that threatens the whole fabric of society and they must work together to combat it. Stroud's fantasy world is familiar, yet fascinatingly different. It's almost Victorian London, yet Magicians hold overall power and inhabit parliament. The writing is captivating, the story intelligent and mesmerising. It's difficult to imagine a more scintillating collection of characters and situations. Unmissable. (Recommended for ages 10 and over.) --John McLay, 2205888011, Custom Stores, 7187330011, Amazon Publishing, 16256501011, Audible Audiobooks, 13901671, Audiobooks, 14244971, Bargain Books, 13621591, Boxed Sets, 194725011, Canada Day Deals, 377366011, Christian Living Store, 263003011, For Dummies Store, 2354164011, Formats, 714830011, Kids & Family Store, 370821011, Qualifying Textbooks - Fall 2007, 1040638, Specialty Stores, 916520, Books, 937688, Action & Adventure, 935948, Children's Books, 927726, Subjects, 916520, Books, 937770, Fantasy & Magic, 937764, Science Fiction & Fantasy, 935948, Children's Books, 927726, Subjects, 916520, Books<

ISBN: 9780606328135

Demco Media. Turtleback. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex libra… Mehr…

Demco Media. Turtleback. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included., Demco Media<

2004, ISBN: 9780606328135

Demco Media, 2004-11-30. Turtleback. Good., Demco Media, 2004-11-30

ISBN: 9780606328135

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