The Amulet of Samarkand

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. **Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.** When a young magician’s apprentice secretly summons an irascible 5,000 year old djinni to do his bidding, neither are 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. Drama, humour and hypnotically engaging storytelling – Independent A thrilling tale of magic and adventure with deliciously pointed comedy – The TimesAuthor: Stroud, Jonathan,author
Contributors: Stroud, Jonathan,author
Binding: paperback
Number Of Pages: 496
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Languages: English,Published,English,Original Language,Englis
Published/Release Date: 2 Sep 2010
Format: Paperback / softback
Publisher/Studio/Brand: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Author/Director/Artist: Jonathan Stroud
Dimension (cm): 197x128x31 mm
Package Dimension (cm): 34x194x130 mm
Item Weight (g): 344
Package Weight (g): 381