Death and the Devil: A Novel by Frank Schatzing (English) Paperback Book

Description: Death and the Devil by Frank Schatzing The author of the #1 international bestseller "The Swarm" returns with a gripping and historically rich thriller set in medieval Germany. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In the year 1260, a great cathedral, the most ambitious ecclesiastical building in all of Christendom, is rising high above the bustling city of Cologne under the supervision of the architect Gerhard Morart. Far below the soaring spires and flying buttresses, a bitter war rages between the archbishop and the citys ruling merchant families--a deadly conflict that claims Morart as the first of its many victims. But there is a witness to the murder of the unfortunate architect, pushed to his death from the cathedrals scaffolding. A cunning, street-smart, politically naive petty thief called "Jacob the Fox" has seen it all--and seeing has made him the target of a relentless and ruthlessly efficient assassin whos been stripped of his humanity by dark, hidden secrets. Ensnared in the strangling vines of a terrifying conspiracy, the Fox must now run for his life. But who--and what--is he running from? Author Biography Frank Schatzing is the author of the international bestseller The Swarm. A winner of the Köln Literatur Prize, the Corine Award, and the German Science Fiction Award, Schatzing lives and works in Cologne, Germany. Review "Strong action sequences...should help solidify Schatzings reputation as a versatile storyteller." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)"...a work of compelling originality ...a thriller that makes history not only palatable but quite entertaining. Strongly recommended..." -- Library Journal"Versatile in language and with much feeling for historical flair, tension and wit." -- Rheinische Post"...splendidly researched crime story...explosive writing style. A highly intricate thriller..." -- EKZ"Versatile in language and with much feeling for historical flair, tension and wit." -- Koelnische Rundschau"The author achieved something remarkable...a thrilling crime drama in which he almost playfully delivers historical information." -- Geschichte von Koeln"A crime story which fascinates through its detailed historical flair." -- Flug Magazine NRW"This crime story is perfect for those who love tension packed thrills... For all devotees of intelligent crime stories..." -- Neues Leben"...authors fluid writing...signifies a special gift for storytelling, but tells also of a profound joy for imagining a story." -- Compact Magazine"...story of the battle for supremacy at the top of Society, far beyond all other historical writings." -- Schuess Bonn Review Quote "Versatile in language and with much feeling for historical flair, tension and wit." Details ISBN006164661X Author Frank Schatzing Short Title DEATH & THE DEVIL Language English Translator Mike Mitchell ISBN-10 006164661X ISBN-13 9780061646614 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 833.914 Year 2008 Birth 1957 DOI 10.1604/9780061646614 Subtitle A Novel Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2008-11-11 NZ Release Date 2008-11-11 US Release Date 2008-11-11 UK Release Date 2008-11-11 Pages 400 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Publication Date 2008-11-11 Imprint HarperCollins Publishers Audience General Imprint US William Morrow Paperbacks Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:16971353;

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