by Jonathan Stroud · Corgi Childrens · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780552562799
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Dive into the magical world of Jonathan Stroud with 'The Amulet of Samarkand', the first volume of the acclaimed Bartimaeus series. In a modern-day London controlled by magicians, young apprentice Nathaniel summons the witty and sarcastic djinni Bartimaeus to steal the powerful Amulet of Samarkand from Simon Lovelace, a ruthless magician. This thrilling adventure is full of intrigue, humor, and magic, where Bartimaeus and Nathaniel find themselves embroiled in a dangerous rebellion. Ideal for readers of all ages looking for a fascinating and surprising story.
Jonathan Anthony Stroud is a British writer of fantasy fiction, best known for the Bartimaeus young adult sequence and Lockwood & Co. children's series. His books have received note for their satire, and use of magic to reflect themes of class struggle. The Bartimaeus sequence is the recipient of the Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire and Mythopoeic Fantasy Awards. Stroud's works have also been featured on ALA Notable lists of books for children and young adults. In 2020, Netflix announced a TV series based on Lockwood & Co., with filming initiated in July 2021.
