The Bookman

Paperback | 7 June 2016

Sorry, we are not able to source the book you are looking for right now.

We did a search for other books with a similar title, however there were no matches. You can try selecting from a similar category, click on the author's name, or use the search box above to find your book.

This edition of "The Bookman" is now out of print. The ebook (ISBN: 978-0-85766-035-0) and the omnibus edition "The Bookman Histories" (978-0-85766-299-6) are still available. LATE EXTRA!BOMB OUTRAGE IN LONDON! A masked terrorist has brought London to its knees -- there are bombs inside books, and nobody knows which ones. On the day of the launch of the first expedition to Mars, by giant cannon, he outdoes himself with an audacious attack. For young poet Orphan, trapped in the screaming audience, it seems his destiny is entwined with that of the shadowy terrorist, but how? His quest to uncover the truth takes him from the hidden catacombs of London on the brink of revolution, through pirate-infested seas, to the mysterious island that may hold the secret to the origin not only of the shadowy Bookman, but of Orphan himself... Like a steam-powered take on "V for Vendetta," rich with satire and slashed through with automatons, giant lizards, pirates, airships and wild adventure. "The Bookman" is the first of a series. File Under: Steampunk [ Alternate History! - Reptilian Royalty! - Diabolical Anarchists! - Extraordinary Adventure! ]

Industry Reviews

"Skilful, clever and highly enjoyable."
- SFX

"Pulls off the impossible."
- Locus

"Lavie Tidhar's The Bookman is simply the best book I've read in a long time, and I read a lot of books. If you're worried that Steampunk has turned into a mere fashion aesthetic, then you'd better read this one. It's a stunningly imaginative remix of history, technology, literature, and Victorian adventure that's impossible to put down. The book is immensely smart and readable at the same time. I very much hope that it's the first of many such books. Buy it."
- James P Blaylock

"Literary figures emerge from the swirling fog, automatons patrol the streets, space probes head for Mars and giant lizards rule over Victorian England. A potent and atmospheric steampunk adventure."
- Chris Wooding

"The Bookman is without a doubt the most enjoyable, fascinating and captivating book I have read in a long time.
- Dailysteampunk.com

"The Bookman is a delight, crammed with gorgeous period detail, seat-of-the-pants adventure and fabulous set-pieces."
- The Guardian

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

Orders over $89.00 qualify for free shipping.

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.