Mr Penumbra's 24 Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan
This novel unfolds in a mysterious 24-hour bookstore in San Francisco, where the protagonist, Clay Jannon, discovers the store is a facade for a much larger, enigmatic puzzle. As Clay delves deeper into the store's secrets, he finds himself at the heart of a centuries-old conflict between technology and traditional knowledge. With the help of friends, technology, and his own ingenuity, Clay embarks on a high-tech adventure, exploring the intersection of books, technology, and the quest for immortality. The story is a celebration of the love for books in the digital age, blending mystery, history, and technology in a captivating narrative.
The 14901st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2012
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 288-304
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Die Sonderbare Buchhandlung Des Mr. Penumbra
- Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore
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