Through the Magic Door [Paperback]

Arthur Conan Doyle (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1999

The book has no illustrations or index. Purchasers are entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Subjects: Books and reading; Fiction / Fantasy / General; Fiction / Fantasy / Epic; Fiction / Literary; Fiction / Mystery

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

The myriad significances of a serious reader's library is evocatively demonstrated in this relatively unknown little work by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Through the Magic Door is Conan Doyle's casually eloquent tour of the cherished books on his own shelves, and I can't recall reading anything which better conveys a sense of what it means to take books to heart. As the author surveys the contents of his treasured bookroom -- "no volume there which is not a dear, personal friend" -- each book prompts an essay in appreciation, affectionate reflections both personal and literary.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Akadine Press (June 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 188817398X
• ISBN-13: 978-1888173987
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,838,608 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lost classic...in print for the first time in sixty years!, January 31, 2002

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Jason S Hicks (Nixa, MO United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Through the Magic Door (Paperback)

This is a whimsical little book which finds the creator of Sherlock Holmes musing on his life long love of reading. Odds are good that if you have found this listing in your internet travels you are also a person who loves books. If so, buy this title while you are lucky enough to be able to lay your hands on it. It took me ten years to find a copy! This paperback is a very nice edition with the complete text intact. What you will get for your money is the warmest little book about books that you have ever read...and experience that feels like an intimate conversation with Doyle as he takes you through a tour of his personal library. Its more like reading a letter than an essay. I know I've acquired some new books on Sir Arthur's recommendations and you probably will too. Don't hesitate...its worth every cent and you may never find an affordable copy again. Happy reading friends!