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Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon (2001, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPicador
ISBN-100312282990
ISBN-139780312282998
eBay Product ID (ePID)1944729
Product Key Features
Book TitleAmazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay
Number of Pages656 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2001
TopicLiterary, Humorous / General
FeaturesRevised
GenreFiction
AuthorMichael Chabon
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight17.6 Oz
Item Length8.3 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN00-029063
Dewey Edition21
TitleLeadingThe
Reviews"The depth of Chabon's thought, his sharp language, his inventiveness and his ambition make this a novel of towering achievement."- The New York Times Book Review "It's absolutely gosh-wow, super-colossal-smart, funny, and a continual pleasure to read."- Washington Post Book World "Towering, swash-buckling thrill of a book . . . the themes are masterfully explored, leaving the book's sense of humor intact and characters so highly developed they could walk off the page."- Newsweek "Well researched and deeply felt, this rich, expansive and hugely satisfying novel will delight a wide range of readers."- Publishers Weekly (starred + boxed) "Elegant, lyrical writing meets gentle comedy."- San Francisco Chronicle "Product of a sparkling intelligence, undeniable talent and consummate skill."- Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel "A lyrical [novel] that's exquisitely patterned...composed with detailed scenes, and spotted with some rapturous passages . . . A-."- Entertainment Weekly "A page turner in the most expansive sense of the word: its gripping plot pushes readers forward...Chabon is a reader's writer; with sentences so cozy they'll wrap you up and kiss you goodnight."- Chicago Tribune "This is a gladhearted novel, rich in story and character and invention, and a great escape."- Orlando Sentinel "Starts out as one of the most pleasurable novels of the past few years. It ends as one of the most moving."- Atlanta Journal-Constitution, "The depth of Chabon's thought, his sharp language, his inventiveness and his ambition make this a novel of towering achievement."-The New York Times Book Review "It's absolutely gosh-wow, super-colossal-smart, funny, and a continual pleasure to read."-Washington Post Book World "Towering, swash-buckling thrill of a book . . . the themes are masterfully explored, leaving the book's sense of humor intact and characters so highly developed they could walk off the page."-Newsweek "Well researched and deeply felt, this rich, expansive and hugely satisfying novel will delight a wide range of readers."-Publishers Weekly (starred + boxed) "Elegant, lyrical writing meets gentle comedy."-San Francisco Chronicle "Product of a sparkling intelligence, undeniable talent and consummate skill."-Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel "A lyrical [novel] that's exquisitely patterned...composed with detailed scenes, and spotted with some rapturous passages . . . A-."-Entertainment Weekly "A page turner in the most expansive sense of the word: its gripping plot pushes readers forward...Chabon is a reader's writer; with sentences so cozy they'll wrap you up and kiss you goodnight."-Chicago Tribune "This is a gladhearted novel, rich in story and character and invention, and a great escape."-Orlando Sentinel "Starts out as one of the most pleasurable novels of the past few years. It ends as one of the most moving."-Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Dewey Decimal813/.54
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisThis brilliant epic novel set in New York and Prague introduces us to two misfit young men who make it big by creating comic-book superheroes. Joe Kavalier, a young artist who has also been trained in the art of Houdiniesque escape, has just smuggled himself out of Nazi-invaded Prague and landed in New York City. His Brooklyn cousin Sammy Clay is looking for a partner to create heroes, stories, and art for the latest novelty to hit America the comic book. Inspired by their own fears and dreams, Kavalier and Clay create the Escapists , The Monitor , and Luna Moth , inspired by the beautiful Rosa Saks, who will become linked by powerful ties to both men. The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay is the winner of the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction., The bestselling author of Wonder Boys pens a novel in which the tragicomic adventures of a couple of boy geniuses reveal much about what happened to America in the middle of the 20th century.
LC Classification NumberPS3553.H15 A82 2000
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- 15 May, 2021
A Perennial Favorite Read
Once in the Long Ago Time, I was a book dealer, and one of my most prized possessions was a hard cover first edition of this title. I read it several times over the years, and then one day was forced to sell it. Such is the way of things. I was delighted to secure this paperback copy and read this wonderful story once more. I won't spoil it with an in depth review - I'll simply say that when I learned how young the author was when he wrote this, I was stunned by his deep understanding of so many facets of the human condition, and his eloquence and skill in communicating it. I was further delighted to learn the story may soon come to life as a limited series on Showtime.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 15 Jan, 2020
An "Amazing Adventure" of a Novel
Old novel which I had never read. My son did ad recommended it to me. Let me borrow his book. LOVED IT! Found out afterwards that it's being turned into a miniseries. Can't wait. I liked the book so much - I gave my son back his copy and bought one of my own. A Pulitzer Prize winner, Well deserved. A fascinating story with wonderful characters. Chabon is a terrific writer.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Aug, 2022
Alternate History Fans will enjoy
Good story, this book won the Pulitzer Prize. Takes place at the dawn of the comic book age, centered around two distant cousins united by WWII as one escapes to America. Sort of a life long journey it weaves in an out of their lives as they grow, fight for recognition and success.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Jun, 2020
The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay by Chabon, Michael
Worthy Pulitzer Prize winner. I already read it and bought it for my sister. Book in good shape, timely received, great price.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Aug, 2019
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Well written mesmerizing phantasmagorical bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Nov, 2016
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Written from a charming place with a sense of humor!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
