Gustav Meyrink, Hugo Steiner-Prag, Madge Pemberton: The Golem (Dover Mystery, Detective, & Other Fiction)

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The Golem (Dover Mystery, Detective, & Other Fiction)

Most famous supernatural novel in modern European literature, set in Ghetto of Old Prague around 1890. A compelling story of mystical experiences, strange transformations, profound terror. 13 black-and-white illustrations.

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fu manchu said:

“This golem comes alive and heads towards the 2nd world war, this monster has no bearing but has depth in understanding but style is tired and repetitive - reminds Fah Lo Suee of Kafka on bad day.”

posted Thursday, July 17 2008

cristina said:

“I've just read this book and it really got me. i don't know if Meyrink is fashionable right now or not, but you should read it! it's based on all these legends and tales from long ago. it has just the right atmosphere and words when depicting life in Prague ghetto. A must read!
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posted Thursday, December 13 2007

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The Golem (Dover Mystery, Detective, & Other Fiction)

by Gustav Meyrink, Hugo Steiner-Prag, Madge Pemberton