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The Shadow of the Wind
Translated by Muawiya Abdel-Majid
The novel is the first and most famous part of *The Cemetery of Forgotten Books* quartet. A breathtaking novel blending mystery, horror, and love in 20th-century Barcelona, starting with a cursed book from the "Cemetery of Forgotten Books."
About this book
Set in 1945 Barcelona, a father takes his son, Daniel, to the secret "Cemetery of Forgotten Books." Daniel selects a novel titled "The Shadow of the Wind" by the mysterious Julián Carax. As he seeks to uncover the truth about the author, Daniel discovers a disfigured man burning every copy of Carax's work. Soon, Daniel’s life begins to dangerously mirror the tragic fate of the author himself.
Why read it?
Because it is a profound love letter to literature and reading, featuring a mesmerizing prose style and a gripping gothic plot that holds you spellbound until the final page.
Who is it for?
For lovers of gothic fiction, mystery thrillers, and any reader who appreciates epic tales centered around books, libraries, and historical secrets.
Book details
Language
ar
ISBN-13
9789933352158
Page count
552
Age rating
Adults