FICTION
Released: June 29, 2010
"It's as difficult to put this novel down as it is to overestimate Mitchell's virtually unparalleled mastery of dramatic construction, illuminating characterizations and insight into historical conflict and change. Comparisons to Tolstoy are inevitable, and right on the money. "
Another Booker Prize nomination is likely to greet this ambitious and fascinating fifth novel--a full-dress historical, and then some--from the prodigally gifted British author (
Black Swan Green, 2006, etc.).
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NONFICTION
Released: Aug. 4, 2009
"Lean, harsh and lowdown, this bruising history leaves a mark."
NONFICTION
Released: Feb. 17, 2009
"A colorful tale of true adventure, marked by satisfyingly unexpected twists, turns and plenty of dark portents."
A stirring tale of lost civilizations, avarice, madness and everything else that makes exploration so much fun.
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NONFICTION
Released: May 22, 2008
"A beer-sozzled, speed-cranked nail bomb of a book--what everybody's Saturday night should be like."
Edison's juicy screed of a memoir is like a kick in the solar plexus: It may hurt like nobody's business, but at least it wakes you up.
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NONFICTION
Released: Nov. 13, 2007
"Exhilarating take on the daily life of a unique brand of doctor."
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 25, 2007
"Low-down, funny and as bracing as a body slam."
