2008, ISBN: 9780670018215

Viking, 2008. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Good. Hardcover. 372 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Viking, 2008. First Edition. *** CONDITION: The book itself is in very good cond… Mehr…

Viking, 2008. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Good. Hardcover. 372 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Viking, 2008. First Edition. *** CONDITION: The book itself is in very good condition and comes in good dust jacket. More specifically: . Pages are clean and unmarked and in excellent condition except for short gift inscription in ink. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of March, the journey of a rare illuminated manuscript through centuries of exile and war In 1996, Hanna Heath, an Australian rare-book expert, is offered the job of a lifetime: analysis and conservation of the famed Sarajevo Haggadah, which has been rescued from Serb shelling during the Bosnian war. Priceless and beautiful, the book is one of the earliest Jewish volumes ever to be illuminated with images. When Hanna, a caustic loner with a passion for her work, discovers a series of tiny artifacts in its ancient binding--an insect wing fragment, wine stains, salt crystals, a white hair--she begins to unlock the book's mysteries. The reader is ushered into an exquisitely detailed and atmospheric past, tracing the book's journey from its salvation back to its creation. In Bosnia during World War II, a Muslim risks his life to protect it from the Nazis. In the hedonistic salons of fin-de-si cle Vienna, the book becomes a pawn in the struggle against the city's rising anti-Semitism. In inquisition-era Venice, a Catholic priest saves it from burning. In Barcelona in 1492, the scribe who wrote the text sees his family destroyed by the agonies of enforced exile. And in Seville in 1480, the reason for the Haggadah's extraordinary illuminations is finally disclosed. Hanna's investigation unexpectedly plunges her into the intrigues of fine art forgers and ultra-nationalist fanatics. Her experiences will test her belief in herself and the man she has come to love. Inspired by a true story, People of the Book is at once a novel of sweeping historical grandeur and intimate emotional intensity, an ambitious, electrifying work by an acclaimed and beloved author. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Literature & Literary; ISBN/EAN: 9780670018215. Inventory No: 23071226.. 9780670018215, Viking, 2008, 2.75<

2008, ISBN: 9780670018215

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New York: Viking Press, 2008. First edition. Hardcover. A fine copy in a fine dust jacket. This copy is signed by the author on the title page. In 1996, Hanna Heath, an Australian rare-… Mehr…

New York: Viking Press, 2008. First edition. Hardcover. A fine copy in a fine dust jacket. This copy is signed by the author on the title page. In 1996, Hanna Heath, an Australian rare-book expert, is offered the job of a lifetime: analysis and conservation of the famed Sarajevo Haggadah, which has been rescued from Serb shelling during the Bosnian war. Priceless and beautiful, the book is one of the earliest Jewish volumes ever to be illuminated with images. When Hanna, a caustic loner with a passion for her work, discovers a series of tiny artifacts in its ancient binding—an insect wing fragment, wine stains, salt crystals, a white hair—she begins to unlock the book's mysteries. The reader is ushered into an exquisitely detailed and atmospheric past, tracing the book's journey from its salvation back to its creation. In Bosnia during World War II, a Muslim risks his life to protect it from the Nazis. In the hedonistic salons of fin-de-siècle Vienna, the book becomes a pawn in the struggle against the city's rising anti-Semitism. In inquisition-era Venice, a Catholic priest saves it from burning. In Barcelona in 1492, the scribe who wrote the text sees his family destroyed by the agonies of enforced exile. And in Seville in 1480, the reason for the Haggadah's extraordinary illuminations is finally disclosed. Hanna's investigation unexpectedly plunges her into the intrigues of fine art forgers and ultra-nationalist fanatics. Her experiences will test her belief in herself and the man she has come to love. Inspired by a true story, People of the Book is at once a novel of sweeping historical grandeur and intimate emotional intensity, an ambitious, electrifying work by an acclaimed and beloved author., Viking Press, 2008, 5<

2008, ISBN: 9780670018215

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Viking Press, 2008. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. As New/Fine. In 1996, Hanna Heath, an Australian rare-book expert, is offered the job of a lifetime:… Mehr…

New York, New York, U.S.A.: Viking Press, 2008. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. As New/Fine. In 1996, Hanna Heath, an Australian rare-book expert, is offered the job of a lifetime: analysis and conservation of the famed Sarajevo Haggadah, which has been rescued from Serb shelling during the Bosnian war. Priceless and beautiful, the book is one of the earliest Jewish volumes ever to be illuminated with images. When Hanna, a caustic loner with a passion for her work, discovers a series of tiny artifacts in its ancient binding--an insect wing fragment, wine stains, salt crystals, a white hair--she begins to unlock the book's mysteries. The reader is ushered into an exquisitely detailed and atmospheric past, tracing the book's journey from its salvation back to its creation. In Bosnia during World War II, a Muslim risks his life to protect it from the Nazis. In the hedonistic salons of fin-de-siècle Vienna, the book becomes a pawn in the struggle against the city's rising anti-Semitism. In inquisition-era Venice, a Catholic priest saves it from burning. In Barcelona in 1492, the scribe who wrote the text sees his family destroyed by the agonies of enforced exile. And in Seville in 1480, the reason for the Haggadah's extraordinary illuminations is finally disclosed. Hanna's investigation unexpectedly plunges her into the intrigues of fine art forgers and ultra-nationalist fanatics. Her experiences will test her belief in herself and the man she has come to love. Author of YEAR OF WONDERS and the Pulitzer Prize-winning MARCH. As new, in fine, mylar-protected dust jacket. L82bund, Viking Press, 2008, 5<

2008, ISBN: 9780670018215

New York: Viking Press, 2008 Book. As New. Hardcover. 1st US Edition. Inspired by a true story this books traces the journey of a rare illuminated manuscript through centuries of exile a… Mehr…

New York: Viking Press, 2008 Book. As New. Hardcover. 1st US Edition. Inspired by a true story this books traces the journey of a rare illuminated manuscript through centuries of exile and war.In 1996, Hanna Heath, an Australian rare-book expert, is offered the job of a lifetime: analysis and conservation of the famed Sarajevo Haggadah, which has been rescued from Serb shelling during the Bosnian war. Priceless and beautiful, the book is one of the earliest Jewish volumes ever to be illuminated with images. When Hanna, a caustic loner with a passion for her work, discovers a series of tiny artifacts in its ancient binding, an insect wing fragment, wine stains, salt crystals, a white hair?she begins to unlock the book?s mysteries. The reader is ushered into an exquisitely detailed and atmospheric past, tracing the book?s journey from its salvation back to its creation.In Bosnia during World War II, a Muslim risks his life to protect it from the Nazis. In the hedonistic salons of fin-de-si?cle Vienna, the book becomes a pawn in the struggle against the city?s rising anti-Semitism. In inquisition-era Venice, a Catholic priest saves it from burning. In Barcelona in 1492, the scribe who wrote the text sees his family destroyed by the agonies of enforced exile. And in Seville in 1480, the reason for the Haggadah?s extraordinary illuminations is finally disclosed. Hanna?s investigation unexpectedly plunges her into the intrigues of fine art forgers and ultra-nationalist fanatics. Her experiences will test her belief in herself and the man she has come to love.., Viking Press, 2008, 5<

2008, ISBN: 067001821X

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[EAN: 9780670018215], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: The Viking Press], Jacket, Clean, no marks, stated First Edition/First Printing, 2008, from a private collection. As shown, dust jacket is n… Mehr…

[EAN: 9780670018215], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: The Viking Press], Jacket, Clean, no marks, stated First Edition/First Printing, 2008, from a private collection. As shown, dust jacket is nearly flawless and book comes with a protective Mylar cover to prevent any future wear. Cadet blue cover is like new with gold lettering on spine. Corners are sharp. No marked, creased, or torn pages. No remainder marks. An excellent copy. Book will be carefully packaged for safe delivery. Paper Dragon is a 5-Star seller of popular books and does not solicit buyer ratings. DRBC #4 AZ #469719497, Books<