Conrad's Fate: A Chrestomance book - Brossura

Jones, Diana Wynne

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ISBN 10: 0060747455 ISBN 13: 9780060747459

Casa editrice: Greenwillow, 2006

Riassunto

When his uncle sends him to work at the mysterious Stallery Mansion, twelve-year-old Conrad Tesdinic overcomes his bad karma and discovers in the mansion's wine cellar the source of the magic that threatens to pull his world into one of the eleven other parallel universes. Reprint.

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Recensione:

“A wild romp with a fast-paced and satisfying conclusion.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))

“Magic, mystery and snortingly funny slapstick.” (Publishers Weekly)

“Hilariously droll and totally heartfelt at the same time. Witty, satisfying, a must for all Jones fans.” (School Library Journal)

L'autore:

In a career spanning four decades, award-winning author Diana Wynne Jones (1934‒2011) wrote more than forty books of fantasy for young readers. Characterized by magic, multiple universes, witches and wizards—and a charismatic nine-lived enchanter—her books are filled with unlimited imagination, dazzling plots, and an effervescent sense of humor that earned her legendary status in the world of fantasy.

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• Editore: Greenwillow
• Data di pubblicazione: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0060747455
• ISBN 13: 9780060747459
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 375