This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust cover is unmarked, blue cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The Ringmaster’s Daughter by Jostein Gaarder, translated by James Anderson, is a philosophical novel first published in Norwegian in 2001. The story is narrated by Petter, an imaginative yet socially awkward man gifted with storytelling. From a young age, he crafts complex tales and scenarios, creating an elaborate internal world. As an adult, he capitalizes on this talent by becoming a story seller, offering ideas for books and scripts to other writers. Despite his commercial success, Petter struggles with isolation and a growing detachment from reality. The novel is celebrated for its introspective exploration of the creative process and philosophical depth.