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Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon (2005, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-100143034901
ISBN-139780143034902
eBay Product ID (ePID)43388755
Product Key Features
Original LanguageSpanish
Book TitleShadow of the Wind
Number of Pages512 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMystery & Detective / Historical, Thrillers / Suspense, Literary
Publication Year2005
GenreFiction
AuthorCarlos Ruiz Zafon
Book SeriesThe Cemetery of Forgotten Bks.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight14.3 Oz
Item Length8.4 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2003-062376
Reviews" Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind . Really, you should." -Michael Dirda, The Washington Post "Gabriel Garcia Marquez meets Umberto Eco meets Jorge Luis Borges for a sprawling magic show." -- The New York Times Book Review "Wonderous... masterful... The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero." -- Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) "One gorgeous read." --Stephen King, "Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind . Really, you should." --Michael Dirda, The Washington Post "Gabriel Garcia Marquez meets Umberto Eco meets Jorge Luis Borges for a sprawling magic show." --T he New York Times Book Review "Wonderous . . . masterful . . . The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero." -- Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) "One gorgeous read." --Stephen King " The Shadow of the Wind will keep you up nights--and it'll be time well spent. Absolutely marvelous." -- Kirkus (starred review), " Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind . Really, you should." --Michael Dirda, The Washington Post "Gabriel Garcia Marquez meets Umberto Eco meets Jorge Luis Borges for a sprawling magic show." -- The New York Times Book Review "Wonderous... masterful... The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero." -- Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) "One gorgeous read." --Stephen King, If you thought the true gothic novel died with the nineteenth century, this will change your mind... This is one gorgeous read. (Stephen King) …rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind. (Michael Dirda, The Washington Post) Wondrous... masterful... The Shadow of the Windis ultimately a love letter to literature… (Entertainment Weekly, A, Editor’s Choice) ‘Gabriel García Márquez meets Umberto Eco meets Jorge Luis Borges’ for a sprawling magic show. (Richard Eder, The New York Times Book Review), "Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind . Really, you should." --Michael Dirda, The Washington Post "Gabriel Garcia Marquez meets Umberto Eco meets Jorge Luis Borges for a sprawling magic show." --T he New York Times Book Review "Wonderous . . . masterful . . . The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero." -- Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) "One gorgeous read." --Stephen King, " Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind . Really, you should." --Michael Dirda, The Washington Post "Gabriel Garcia Marquez meets Umberto Eco meets Jorge Luis Borges for a sprawling magic show."-- The NewYork TimesBookReview "Wonderous... masterful... TheShadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero."-- Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) "One gorgeous read."--StephenKing, " Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind. Really, you should." -Michael Dirda, The Washington Post
Dewey Edition22
TitleLeadingThe
Grade FromTwelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal863.64
Grade ToUP
Synopsis"Gabriel Garc a M rquez meets Umberto Eco meets Jorge Luis Borges for a sprawling magic show."-- The New York Times Book Review A New York Times Bestseller Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer's son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Juli n Carax. But when he sets out to find the author's other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax's books in existence. Soon Daniel's seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona's darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love. " Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind. Really, you should."-- Michael Dirda, The Washington Post " Wonderous... masterful... The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature , intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero."-- Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) "One gorgeous read."--Stephen King, "Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind . Really, you should." --Michael Dirda, The Washington Post "Wondrous...masterful... The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero." -- Entertainment Weekly, Editor's Choice "This is one gorgeous read." --Stephen King "I still remember the day my father took me to the Cemetary of Forgotten Books for the first time..." Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer's son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind , by one Julián Carax. But when he sets out to find the author's other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax's books in existence. Soon Daniel's seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona's darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.
LC Classification NumberPQ6668.U49S6613 2004
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- Mar 12, 2022
A Book That Is A Love Letter To Books
This beautifully written book is a love letter to literature, which will likely charm avid readers. The writing is descriptive and poetic. Barcelona is beautifully evoked; I felt the weather and geographic scenes. The boy who is the main character, is fleshed-out, whereas several of the other characters are less dimensional. Books are highlighted in this magical story. Recommended.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 05, 2019
A must read
I had never read any of this author's books but was immediately attracted to his style. While I found the story somewhat confusing in the beginning, at the end it all made sense and I finished the book in four night time readings; after that I ordered three more of the same author. It was recommended by my Dutch friend who read the book in the Dutch language while I ordered the English language version. The translation was very well done.
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- Jan 23, 2018
This is my ultimate favorite book!
I am an avid reader. I’ve read all types of books both non-fiction and new and old fiction. I take my time but I’ve read War and Peace, Les Miserables, Moby Dick, Anna Karinina and many more classic fiction. I also love book series like Harry Potter, Twilight, and The Hunger Games. I saw a recommendation for this book in a Cancer support booklet and asked for it along with 2 others. But I found THIS book to be so exciting, passionate, and appealing that I’ve bought it for 2 of my friends. Each chapter ends with suspense and I finished the book in no time. The story and action takes place in Barcelona, Spain. This version of the book shows maps and photos of the city wherever the story takes the main character, pretty interesting. Love this book, plan to re- read it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 20, 2017
Mystery, War, Family Secrets, Sex and Love - A Saga of Strange Occurances.
While it's written originally in Spanish, the translation is superb. The sentence structure and imagery draws the reader into the mystery of the story. And, indeed, the plot captures the imagination with well defined characters and glamorous European locations.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 07, 2021
Read this...
What a BEAUTIFULLY written book with an exciting plot, love it...Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 26, 2021
Excellent book for book lovers
Perfect. Shipped fast. One of my favorites booksVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 14, 2024
I’m so excited to read this book It was a quick ship in beautiful shape !!
I’m so excited to read this book It was a quick ship in beautiful shape !!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 22, 2019
Amazing book
this was the best book i had read in a long time.. recommend it highlyVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jun 04, 2024
Thank you so much. My collection of the 4 part series is now complete.
Thank you so much. My collection of the 4 part series is now complete.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 15, 2022
Great book
Thanks, great bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
