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This well-preserved, beautiful softcover edition is in near fine condition, with no marks or tears, and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight and appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked.
This well-preserved, beautiful softcover edition is in near fine condition, with no marks or tears, and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight and unmarked, and the book is tight, square, and in good condition.
This well-preserved first American edition hardcover is in near fine condition. The pages are tight, clean, and unmarked. The book is square, tight, and near fine. The dust jacket is unmarked, and the book features black cloth boards with bright rose lettering on the spine.
This beautiful edition of the original British release is in near fine condition with no marks showing absolutely minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, unmarked, and the book is tight, firm, and in good condition. Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is a novel by Patrick Süskind, originally published in 1985 in German as Das Parfum. The English translation by John E. Woods was first published in 1986. The novel is a dark, atmospheric tale set in 18th-century France, focusing on Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, an isolated and obsessive character with an extraordinary sense of smell. John E. Woods' translation of Perfume into English is widely praised for capturing the novel's dark, sensual tone while remaining faithful to the original German text. His translation played a crucial role in the international success of Perfume, making it accessible to a wider audience. Perfume became a global bestseller, garnering widespread critical acclaim.
This well-preserved beautiful edition is in near fine condition. The pages are tight, the book is tight, firm, and unmarked. Edith Grossman’s translation of Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes is widely regarded as one of the most faithful and readable modern English versions of the novel. She preserved the humor, rhythm, and elegance of the original 17th-century Spanish prose while making it engaging for contemporary readers. Her masterful translation captures the spirit of Cervantes' work, ensuring its timeless appeal for new generations.
This beautiful hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and near fine. The dust jacket is in good condition, purple cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Of Love and Other Demons by Gabriel García Márquez is a mesmerizing blend of magical realism and historical fiction. The story is set in the 18th century in a Spanish colony (modern-day Colombia) and follows Sierva María de Todos los Ángeles, the twelve-year-old daughter of a noble but neglectful family. She is bitten by a rabid dog but does not show symptoms of the disease. Sierva María is placed under the care of Father Cayetano Delaura, a priest assigned to perform her exorcism. As he observes her, he becomes fascinated by her resilience, intelligence, and beauty. Edith Grossman’s translation is widely acclaimed for capturing García Márquez's lyrical style and maintaining the novel’s emotional depth. With its haunting atmosphere and tragic romance, the novel is a powerful meditation on love, fate, and the destructive forces of superstition.