Description: This book recounts the extraordinary account of Dr. Silex, a wealthy book collector and bibliophile known for his eccentric nature. At the peak of his career, he unexpectedly vanishes, leaving behind only a mysterious manuscript. The author, a close friend of Dr. Silex, uncovers the mystery, revealing the motivations behind his friend's abrupt departure. Through the manuscript, they embark on a breathtaking journey that takes them to distant lands and unveils the hidden world of rare books, including the pursuit of the elusive Mazarin Bible. Along the way, the author explores the depth of Dr. Silex's obsession, delving into the complex relationship between collectors and their objects of desire. By examining the intersection of scholarship, passion, and personal identity, the book sheds light on the human desire for knowledge, legacy, and the pursuit of excellence. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Fiction
Intended Audience: Adults
Personalize: No
Inscribed: No
Ex Libris: No
Personalized: No
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Type: textbook
Book Title: Dr. Silex (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 362 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Action & Adventure
Publication Year: 2015
Item Height: 0.8 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Fiction
Item Weight: 17.1 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: J. B. Harris-Burland
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
