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This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and near fine. The dust jacket is unmarked. The Angel’s Game is a 2008 novel by Spanish author Carlos Ruiz Zafón, translated into English by Lucia Graves. The second book in The Cemetery of Forgotten Books series, it serves as a prequel to The Shadow of the Wind. Set in early 20th-century Barcelona, the novel blends gothic fiction, mystery, and historical drama, unfolding in a city of secrets and shadows. With its themes of obsession, lost love, and the power of storytelling, The Angel’s Game is a dark, atmospheric tale that lingers long after the final page.
This beautiful softcover edition is in good condition, the pages are in good condition, appear unread, and the book is tight and square. The Shadow of the Wind (La Sombra del Viento) is a bestselling Spanish novel written by Carlos Ruiz Zafón, published in 2001. The novel is set in post–Civil War Barcelona, the story begins in 1945 when young Daniel Sempere is taken by his father to a secret labyrinthine library known as the Cemetery of Forgotten Books. There, Daniel discovers a mysterious novel titled The Shadow of the Wind by a little-known author, Julián Carax. Captivated by the book, Daniel becomes determined to uncover the fate of its enigmatic author, only to find that someone has been systematically destroying every copy of Carax's works. It became a global phenomenon, translated into more than 40 languages, selling millions of copies worldwide.
This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. Dust cover is unmarked, grey cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Homeland (Patria) by Fernando Aramburu is a critically acclaimed novel originally published in Spanish in 2016. It is a deeply moving and complex exploration of the effects of political violence on ordinary lives, set against the backdrop of the Basque Country in Spain. It won several awards, including the Premio de la Crítica and the Francisco Umbral Prize for Book of the Year. Homeland is regarded as a landmark work in contemporary Spanish literature. Its universal themes of loss, forgiveness, and the search for peace make it a resonant and compelling read for audiences worldwide.
This lovely softcover edition is a rare find. The book is in fine condition with no marks or tears and shows absolutely minimal shelf wear. The Telling Room: A Tale of Love, Betrayal, Revenge, and the World's Greatest Piece of Cheese, published in 2013, is a captivating blend of memoir, travelogue, and narrative nonfiction. The book follows the author's quest to uncover the story behind a legendary Spanish cheese called Parma, once hailed as the best in the world. But this is about more than just cheese, it explores universal themes of memory, nostalgia, and the complexities of human relationships. Through its rich storytelling, the book delves into the deep connections between food, culture, and history, revealing how traditions and landscapes shape identity and heritage.