Filled with historical references that evoke the excesses and enthusiasm of postwar, pre-Depression America, "Carter Beats the Devil" is the complex and illuminating story of one man's journey through a magical, and sometimes dangerous world.
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Filled with historical references that evoke the excesses and enthusiasm of postwar, pre-Depression America, "Carter Beats the Devil" is the complex and illuminating story of one man's journey through a magical, and sometimes dangerous world.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. Size: 6x1x9; The binding is Clean and tight with minor shelf wear. Light wear & soiling on edges of text block. Text and images unmarked. The dust jacket shows some light handling, in a mylar cover.
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Signed by author on title page. Not personalized. Stated First Edition, first printing with full number line in fine / like new condition. The dust jacket has wear including 2" tear at top spine end. Pages are clean. Boards are solid, and spine is square and tight. Not price clipped. No remainder mark. All items guaranteed, and a portion of each sale supports social programs in Los Angeles. Ships from CA.
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Fine Condition in Near Fine jacket. Dust Jacket w/ small scratch in rear. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Literature & Literary; ISBN: 0786867345. ISBN/EAN: 9780786867349. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 16821.
This book was strongly recommended by a reviewer on a book website. This is the first book I've read about magicians and it was certainly entertaining! It was set in the age when magicians were akin to the major celebrites of super athletes of today. After a little bit of a slow start the book had much to offer: history, hints at the secrets of magic, adventure, romance (but oddly enough, no sex--a rarity these days). I had loaned it to a friend before I read it and he really enjoyed it and an e-mail buddy of mine is currently reading it (she is enjoying it too). I feel men may enjoy it more than women but I could be mistaken.
Fred678
Sep 4, 2007
A magical story
"Carter Beats the Devil" , is, quite simply, fantastic. Combining elements of science fiction, mystery, horror, classic literature, historical figures and plain old good story telling this book had me enthralled till the end. Mr. Gold has crafted a wonderful tale that takes the reader around the world without making him dizzy. The historical accuracy puts you smack in the middle of the time period. Mr. Golds' research was obviously extensive and the reader is blessed by the his ability to keep it relevant. You know that the real people of the story didn't do quite what Mr. Gold writes and his judicious use of literary license keeps you wondering nonetheless. You will be unable to put it down because you need to know what happens next. And when you finish the final paragraphs and the light bulb in your head goes on you will murmur to yourself, "So that's how he did it". Mr. Gold has set a new standard in historical novels. You will be happy to say,"It was magic".
