Francois Roca's dark-hued illustrations adeptly convey the sense of eerie mystery that pervades H.G. Wells's captivating and hair-raising 19th-century British tale, The Magic Shop. As young Gip tugs his father's finger, venturing deep within the store, the boy discovers he is now holding the shopkeeper's hand, and seems to be absorbing all kinds of magical knowledge. Wells's formal language ages well, and the sinister paintings ensure a spine-tingling treat. Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.
Simple magic tricks are what a little boy is looking for when he drags his father into a quaint, old shop. The proprietor seems to be a master of illusion - a genius at slight of hand. But, as the son becomes mesmerized, the father feels an icy hand grip his heart.
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The Magic Shop
Simple magic tricks are what a little boy is looking for when he drags his father into a quaint, old shop. The proprietor seems to be a master of illusion - a genius at slight of hand. But, as the son becomes mesmerized, the father feels an icy hand grip his heart.
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BN ID: | 2940169886504 |
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Publisher: | B.J. Harrison |
Publication date: | 04/16/2008 |
Edition description: | Unabridged |
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