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Bury Your Dead (Chief Inspector Gamache, Book 6) (SIGNED)
por Penny, Louise
- Usado
- Muito Bom
- Capa dura
- Assinado
- first
- Condição
- Muito Bom/Very Good
- ISBN 10
- 0312377045
- ISBN 13
- 9780312377045
- Livreiro
-
Greensboro, North Carolina, United States
Formas de pagamento
Sobre este item
New York: Minotaur Books, 2010. First Edition First Printing . Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Octavo. 371 pages. Hardcover with a white and grey pictorial dust jacket. Moderate rubbing and wear to the jacket, which is not price-clipped. The outside edges of the text block have some smudges from handling, and the front flyleaf has a prior owner's address label. INSCRIBED and signed by the author on the title page, "For Rufus & Beverley / Vive Gamache!
Sinopse
Louise Penny conceived the idea for "Bury Your Dead" while reflecting on the historical significance of Québec City, Canada. Inspired by the city's rich culture and layered past, Penny sought to weave a gripping narrative that would showcase its allure and mystery. Initially, Penny contemplated different titles to represent the essence of her story. Some early working titles included "A Deadly Heritage" and "Silent Graves." However, after careful consideration, she settled on the evocative and thought-provoking "Bury Your Dead," which alludes to the exploration of buried secrets and past traumas. The cover art plays a pivotal role in attracting readers' attention. For the original hardcover edition, published by Minotaur Books, the cover design featured a haunting image of Québec City's historic streets, shrouded in a misty ambiance. The image beautifully captured the atmosphere of mystery and suspense that permeates the novel. In the world of book collecting, identification marks and misprints hold special significance. While "Bury Your Dead" did not have any known misprints of major consequence, some early printings featured minor typographical errors or pagination issues, which were rectified in subsequent editions. Upon its release, "Bury Your Dead" received widespread critical acclaim. Reviewers praised Penny's meticulous attention to detail, skillful character development, and ability to seamlessly intertwine multiple storylines. The novel's complex plot, filled with unexpected twists and emotional depth, garnered praise for its immersive storytelling. "Bury Your Dead" proved to be a commercial success, propelling Louise Penny to new heights of popularity. The book achieved considerable sales figures, quickly climbing bestseller lists and attracting a growing fan base. Its success further solidified Penny's reputation as a master of the crime genre. The literary world recognized the exceptional quality of "Bury Your Dead" through numerous awards and accolades. In 2011, the novel won the prestigious Anthony Award for Best Novel, adding to Penny's already impressive collection of literary honors. The book's recognition further enhanced its appeal and boosted sales. Readers and fans of the Chief Inspector Armand Gamache series responded enthusiastically to "Bury Your Dead." Penny's ability to balance intricate mysteries with deep emotional resonance resonated with audiences worldwide. Many praised the book's ability to transport them into the heart of Québec City, immersing them in its history and culture. "Bury Your Dead" cemented Louise Penny's place as a prominent figure in contemporary crime fiction. The book's success expanded the reach of the Chief Inspector Armand Gamache series, attracting new readers and establishing a loyal following. Its impact extended beyond the literary realm, as it further elevated Québec City's reputation as a setting for captivating mysteries.
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Detalhes
- Livreiro
- Pages Past Used and Rare Books
(US)
- Nº do estoque do livreiro
- 050803
- Título
- Bury Your Dead (Chief Inspector Gamache, Book 6) (SIGNED)
- Autor
- Penny, Louise
- Formato/Encadernação
- Capa dura
- Estado do livro
- Usado - Muito Bom
- Condição de sobrecapa
- Very Good
- Quantidade Disponível
- 1
- Edição
- First Edition First Printing
- ISBN 10
- 0312377045
- ISBN 13
- 9780312377045
- Editorial
- Minotaur Books
- Local de publicação
- New York
- Data de publicação
- 2010
- Dimensão
- 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall
- Palavras-chave
- 2010; Louise Penny; Inspector Gamache; Literature; Fiction; Mystery; Murder; Signed; Autographed; Inscribed; Modern Novel.
- Catálogos de livreiros
- Literature & Fiction; Signed Books & Association Copies;
- X weight
- 1.5 lb
Termos da venda
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Sobre o Vendedor
Pages Past Used and Rare Books
Membro de Biblio desde 2017
Greensboro, North Carolina
Sobre Pages Past Used and Rare Books
Pages Past is a small used & rare bookshop located a few blocks from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Since 1996 we have been serving the Triad community as well as customers from around the world. We have around 15-20,000 volumes in our shop. We specialize in North Carolina, Virginia, Civil War, Old Leather, Christianity, Eastern and Western Philosophies, and the simply unusual. We very likely have the oldest books in Greensboro; we keep a nice selection of antiquarian volumes and scholarly books.
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- Octavo
- Another of the terms referring to page or book size, octavo refers to a standard printer's sheet folded four times, producing...
- Inscribed
- When a book is described as being inscribed, it indicates that a short note written by the author or a previous owner has been...
- Title Page
- A page at the front of a book which may contain the title of the book, any subtitles, the authors, contributors, editors, the...
- First Edition
- In book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book. A book may have more than one first edition in...
- Rubbing
- Abrasion or wear to the surface. Usually used in reference to a book's boards or dust-jacket.
- Edges
- The collective of the top, fore and bottom edges of the text block of the book, being that part of the edges of the pages of a...
- Jacket
- Sometimes used as another term for dust jacket, a protective and often decorative wrapper, usually made of paper which wraps...
- Text Block
- Most simply the inside pages of a book. More precisely, the block of paper formed by the cut and stacked pages of a book....
