Isbn: 9780374178604 - the janissary tree (14 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Good. WINER OF THE EDGAR AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL This first book in the Investigator Yashim series is a richly entertaining tale, full of exotic history and intrigue, introduces Investigator Yashim: In 1830s Istanbul, an extra-ordinary hero tackles an extraordinary plot that threatens to topple the Ottoman Empire It is 1836. Europe is modernizing, and the Ottoman Empire must follow suit. But just before the Sultan announces sweeping changes, a wave of murders threatens the fragile balance of power in his court. Who is behind them? Only one intelligence agent can be trusted to find out: Yashim Lastname, a man both brilliant and near-invisible in this world. You see, Yashim is a eunuch. He leads us into the palace's luxurious seraglios and Istanbul's teeming streets, and leans on the wisdom of a dyspeptic Polish ambassador, a transsexual dancer, and a Creole-born queen mother. And he introduces us to the Janissaries. For 400 years, they were the empire's elite soldiers, but they grew too powerful, and ten years ago, the Sultan had them crushed. Are the Janissaries staging a brutal comeback.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. WINER OF THE EDGAR AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL This first book in the Investigator Yashim series is a richly entertaining tale, full of exotic history and intrigue, introduces Investigator Yashim: In 1830s Istanbul, an extra-ordinary hero tackles an extraordinary plot that threatens to topple the Ottoman Empire It is 1836. Europe is modernizing, and the Ottoman Empire must follow suit. But just before the Sultan announces sweeping changes, a wave of murders threatens the fragile balance of power in his court. Who is behind them? Only one intelligence agent can be trusted to find out: Yashim Lastname, a man both brilliant and near-invisible in this world. You see, Yashim is a eunuch. He leads us into the palace's luxurious seraglios and Istanbul's teeming streets, and leans on the wisdom of a dyspeptic Polish ambassador, a transsexual dancer, and a Creole-born queen mother. And he introduces us to the Janissaries. For 400 years, they were the empire's elite soldiers, but they grew too powerful, and ten years ago, the Sultan had them crushed. Are the Janissaries staging a brutal comeback.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. 1st Edition. First edition. First printing. Very fine/very fine in all respects. A pristine unread copy. Comes with mylar dust jacket protector. Purchased new and never opened. Winner of the 2007 Edgar Award for Best Novel. The author's first novel, and the first novel in this excellent series about an Istanbul detective, Investigator Yashim, followed by SNAKE STONE. Sale, O-stock.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Like New. Like New. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Not price-clipped ($25.00 price intact). Published by Farrar Strauss Giroux, 2006. Octavo. Black cloth over green boards stamped in gold. Book is like new; clean with no writing or names. Sharp corners and spine straight. Binding tight and pages crisp. Dust jacket is like new with a partially removed sticker on left flap. 302 pages. ISBN: 9780374178604. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions or if you would like a photo. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Southampton, New York. We Buy Books! Individual titles, libraries, collections. Message us if you have books to sell.…

Hardcover. Zustand: New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: New. 1st Edition. First printing. SIGNED BY AUTHOR on title page (his name only). A very fine/very fine copy in all respects, pristine and unread. This book was purchased new and opened only for the author to sign. Smoke-free. Shipped in well padded box. Winner of the 2007 Edgar Award for Best Novel. Finalist, 2007 Macavity Award for Best Mystery Novel. The author's first novel, and the first novel in this excellent series. This book was followed by The Snake Stone, The Bellini Card and An Evil Eye. The series centers on a Turkish eunuch detective, Yashim, who lives and works in 19th century Istanbul. You cannot find a better copy. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 302 pages. 9.25x6.50x1.25 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. First Edition. A fine copy in fine dustjacket. Introducing Investigator Yashim. 2007 Edgar Award winner for best novel.; Octavo; 302 pages.

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine+. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine+. First Edition; First Printing. An impeccable first edition/first printing in unread Very Fine condition in alike dustjacket, SIGNED by author Jason Goodwin on the title page; Jason Goodwin continues with his tales of intrigue in the Ottoman Empire and introduces Yashim, a eunuch of great intelligence, consulted by the Sultan, confidante of the powerful. Yashim solves mysteries as only a diplomat of the Court and the seraglios could do. Winner of the 2007 Edgar Award for best novel; 8vo; Signed by Author.…