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Arturo Perez-Reverte – The Dumas Club – the basis for the film ‘The Ninth Gate’ – First Edition 1996
£150.00
A first edition, first printing published by Harvill in 1996. A fine book in near fine spine-faded unclipped wrapper.
The novel, blending mystery and bibliophilia, explores the dark side of book collecting. Its themes of occultism, forbidden knowledge, and the power of literature have resonated with readers. The book inspired the film “The Ninth Gate,” directed by Roman Polanski. Pérez-Reverte’s work contributes to discussions on the mystical allure of books and their influence on culture. Its exploration of rare manuscripts and esoteric mysteries has left a lasting impression on literature enthusiasts and those fascinated by the mystical elements of storytelling.
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A first edition, first printing published by Harvill in 1996. A fine book in near fine spine-faded unclipped wrapper.
The novel, blending mystery and bibliophilia, explores the dark side of book collecting. Its themes of occultism, forbidden knowledge, and the power of literature have resonated with readers. The book inspired the film “The Ninth Gate,” directed by Roman Polanski. Pérez-Reverte’s work contributes to discussions on the mystical allure of books and their influence on culture. Its exploration of rare manuscripts and esoteric mysteries has left a lasting impression on literature enthusiasts and those fascinated by the mystical elements of storytelling.
