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The Solitaire Mystery
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The Solitaire Mystery
A novel in which a twelve year-old boy after finding a tiny book in a bread roll, which can only be read with the aid of a magnifying glass given to him be a dwarf the previous day, finds himself on a magical tour which sets his mind and imagination flying.
From the author of the international bestseller Sophie's World, which has now sold over 12 million copies worldwide Jostein Gaarder's UK sales now stand at 1.75 million All Gaarder's paperbacks have been Guardian Top 100 Fastsellers and Sunday Times bestsellers Sophie's World was still on the bestseller list seven months after publication and received unparalleled media attention The Solitaire Mystery can be read as the prequel to the bestselling Sophie's World 'Intellectually arresting, emotionally uplifting' Max Davidson, Daily Telegraph
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Twelve-year-old Hans Thomas lives alone with his father, a man who likes to give his son lessons about Life and has a penchant for philosophy. Hans Thomas' mother left when he was four (to find herself) and the story begins when father and son set off on a trip to Greece, where she now lives, to try to persuade her to come home.
En route, in Switzerland, Hans Thomas is given a magnifying glass by a dwarf at a petrol station, and the next day he finds a tiny book in his bread roll which can only be read with a magnifying glass. How did the book come to be there? Why does the dwarf keep showing up? It is all very perplexing and Hans Thomas has enough to cope with, with the daunting prospect of seeing his mother.
Now his journey has turned into an encounter with the unfathomable... or does it all have a logical explanation?
The Solitaire Mystery is a tale that intertwines philosophical questions with the fantastical, inviting readers to ponder life's mysteries.
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The Solitaire Mystery by Jostein Gaarder is celebrated for its imaginative storytelling and philosophical depth, exploring themes of self-discovery and existential questions. The narrative weaves together a boy's journey and a fantastical deck of cards, captivating readers with its whimsical charm and thought-provoking insights. Critics appreciate Gaarder's ability to blend fantasy with profound reflections, making it a cherished read for those who enjoy combining adventure with philosophical musings.
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ISBN: 9781857998658
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 August 2011
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 133.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 291g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Jostein Gaarder is the author of SOPHIE'S WORLD, a huge bestseller in over 40 countries. He was born in Oslo in 1952 and lives there now with his wife and two sons.
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