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Kraken: A Novel,Used
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With this outrageous new novel, China Miville has written one of the strangest, funniest, and flatout scariest books you will read thisor any otheryear. The London that comes to life in Kraken is a weird metropolis awash in secret currents of myth and magic, where criminals, police, cultists, and wizards are locked in a war to bring aboutor preventthe End of All Things.In the Darwin Centre at Londons Natural History Museum, Billy Harrow, a cephalopod specialist, is conducting a tour whose climax is meant to be the Centres prize specimen of a rare Architeuthis duxbetter known as the Giant Squid. But Billys tour takes an unexpected turn when the squid suddenly and impossibly vanishes into thin air.As Billy soon discovers, this is the precipitating act in a struggle to the death between mysterious but powerful forces in a London whose existence he has been blissfully ignorant of until now, a city whose denizenshuman and otherwiseare adept in magic and murder.There is the Congregation of God Kraken, a sect of squid worshippers whose roots go back to the dawn of humanityand beyond. There is the criminal mastermind known as the Tattoo, a merciless maniac inked onto the flesh of a hapless victim. There is the FSRCthe Fundamentalist and SectRelated Crime Unita branch of Londons finest that fights sorcerywith sorcery. There is Wati, a spirit from ancient Egypt who leads a ragtag union of magical familiars. There are the Londonmancers, who read the future in the citys entrails. There is Grisamentum, Londons greatest wizard, whose shadow lingers long after his death. And then there is Goss and Subby, an ageless old man and a cretinous boy who, together, constitute a terrifyingyet darkly charismaticdemonic duo.All of themand othersare in pursuit of Billy, who inadvertently holds the key to the missing squid, an embryonic god whose powers, properly harnessed, can destroy all that is, was, and ever shall be.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Kraken: A Novel'? A: 'Kraken' explores the intersection of reality and the supernatural in a unique London setting, blending elements of myth, magic, and crime.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Kraken: A Novel'? A: The novel is written by China Miéville, a well-known author in the genre of speculative fiction.
- Q: How many pages does 'Kraken: A Novel' have? A: 'Kraken' contains 528 pages, providing an in-depth and immersive reading experience.
- Q: What genre does 'Kraken: A Novel' fall under? A: 'Kraken' is categorized as Genre Fiction, specifically within the realms of fantasy and speculative fiction.
- Q: When was 'Kraken: A Novel' published? A: 'Kraken' was published on March 15, 2011.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring a fresh and unread condition for buyers.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Kraken: A Novel' have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Is there a specific reading audience for 'Kraken: A Novel'? A: 'Kraken' is suitable for readers who enjoy complex narratives with rich world-building and a blend of horror, humor, and adventure.
- Q: Are there any notable characters in 'Kraken: A Novel'? A: Yes, the novel features memorable characters such as Billy Harrow, a cephalopod specialist, and various magical beings and criminals in a fantastical London.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style in 'Kraken: A Novel'? A: Readers can expect a unique writing style from Miéville that combines intricate prose with vivid descriptions and a fast-paced narrative.