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The Amulet of Samarkand

By Jonathan Stroud
Series: The Bartimaeus Sequence
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In The Amulet of Samarkand by Jonathan Stroud, a young magician's apprentice, Nathaniel, summons a sarcastic and cunning 5,000-year-old djinni named Bartimaeus to exact revenge on a powerful magician. Set in a magical alternate London, the plot intertwines magic, politics, and subterfuge as Nathaniel and Bartimaeus navigate a web of deceit and danger. Filled with humour and intrigue, the story explores themes of power, ambition, and friendship.
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You might enjoy this book if you love magical adventures filled with wit and intrigue. Set in an alternate London where magicians are the ruling class, it follows a young magician-in-training and a sassy, mischievous demon as they embark on a thrilling quest. The story masterfully weaves humour with suspense, offering a captivating experience for young readers who relish fantasy.

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When the 5,000-year-old djinni Bartimaeus is summoned by Nathaniel, a young magician's apprentice, he expects to have to do nothing more taxing than a little levitation or a few simple illusions.

The first volume in the brilliant Bartimaeus Trilogy; a gripping fantasy centred on the relationship between a magician`s apprentice and a djinni, with humorous undertones of satire.

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Now in a spellbinding new cover look, The Amulet of Samarkand is the first title in the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.

When a young magician's apprentice secretly summons an irascible 5,000-year-old djinni to do his bidding, neither is prepared for the peril that ensues.

Nathaniel is plotting the downfall of his nemesis - a ruthless magician by the name of Simon Lovelace - and tasks Bartimaeus to steal the powerful Amulet of Samarkand from him, in order to exact his revenge.

But before long, Nathaniel and Bartimaeus are caught up in a terrifying adventure much bigger than either of them anticipated, involving intrigue, rebellion, and murder...

Set in an alternate London controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying series will enthral readers of all ages.

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The Amulet of Samarkand by Jonathan Stroud is praised for its blend of drama, humour, and engaging storytelling. Reviews highlight the novel's originality, particularly in its alternating narrative between Nathaniel and the witty djinni, which brings a unique and humorous perspective. The story manages to balance thrilling magic and adventure with poignant themes, offering a captivating experience similar to the satirical brilliance of classics like Gulliver's Travels.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780552562799

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 September 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Corgi Childrens

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 344g

Pages: 496

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Featured In Stock Kid's Books Jonathan Stroud Penguin Books Series: The Bartimaeus Sequence Young Adult

About the Author

Jonathan Stroud was born in Bedford in 1970. After studying English Literature at York University, he moved to London, where he worked as an editor in a publishing firm. He is the author of the best-selling BARTIMAEUS sequence, which is published in 35 languages and has sold 6 million copies worldwide. As well as four other novels: HEROES OF THE VALLEY, THE LAST SIEGE, THE LEAP and BURIED FIRE, Jonathan is now writing a chilling new series called LOCKWOOD & CO. He lives in Hertfordshire with his family.

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