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Book Synopsis: Don't miss Selznick's other novels in words and pictures, The Invention of Hugo Cabret and Wonderstruck, which together with The Marvels, form an extraordinary thematic trilogy! A breathtaking new voyage from Caldecott Medalist Brian Selznick. Two stand-alone stories--the first in nearly 400 pages of continuous pictures, the second in prose--create a beguiling narrative puzzle. The journey begins at sea in 1766, with a boy named Billy Marvel. After surviving a shipwreck, he finds work in a London theatre. There, his family flourishes for generations as brilliant actors until 1900, when young Leontes Marvel is banished from the stage. Nearly a century later, runaway Joseph Jervis seeks refuge with an uncle in London. Albert Nightingale's strange, beautiful house, with its mysterious portraits and ghostly presences, captivates Joseph and leads him on a search for clues about the house, his family, and the past. A gripping adventure and an intriguing invitation to decipher how the two stories connect, The Marvels is a loving tribute to the power of story from an artist at the vanguard of creative innovation.
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Discover the enchanting world of Brian Selznick's novels in words and pictures with his latest masterpiece, The Marvels. This breathtaking new voyage will take you on a captivating journey through time, weaving together two extraordinary stories that form a thematic trilogy with Selznick's previous works, The Invention of Hugo Cabret and Wonderstruck. With nearly 400 pages of continuous pictures and a mesmerizing prose, The Marvels creates a beguiling narrative puzzle that will leave you spellbound.
Take a step back in time to 1766 and meet the courageous Billy Marvel, a young boy who survives a treacherous shipwreck and discovers his passion for the theatre in the bustling streets of London. Follow the Marvel family's rise as brilliant actors, captivating audiences until tragedy strikes in 1900, when the talented Leontes Marvel is banished from the stage. Fast forward nearly a century later, and we encounter Joseph Jervis, a runaway seeking solace in his mysterious uncle's London home. This strange and beautiful house, filled with enigmatic portraits and ghostly presences, beckons Joseph on a thrilling quest to uncover the secrets of the house, his own family, and the past.
Prepare for a gripping adventure as you embark on this spellbinding journey through time. The Marvels not only offers an immersive and mesmerizing reading experience, but also challenges you to decipher the intricate connections between the two stories. Selznick's artistic innovation and masterful storytelling make The Marvels a true testament to the power of narrative, leaving you captivated until the very last page.
Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary adventure. Immerse yourself in the world of The Marvels and uncover the secrets of the past. Experience the thrill of Selznick's groundbreaking storytelling and get lost in the magic of his unparalleled illustrations. Take the plunge into this captivating narrative puzzle and unlock the power of story.
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