by Glen David Gold · Michel Lafon · libro de bolsillo · ISBN 9782840988625
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«Carter contre le Diable» is the historical mystery novel by Glen David Gold, published by Michel Lafon in paperback (549 pages, in French).
The story is set in San Francisco in 1923 and follows magician Charles Carter. Shortly after a performance with President Harding, the latter dies mysteriously and Carter becomes a suspect. Pursued by an FBI agent, he becomes embroiled in a plot of illusions, love and revenge, with historical figures such as Philo T. Farnsworth.
Originally published in English as Carter Beats the Devil (2001), it is Gold's first novel and was nominated for the Guardian First Book Award. French edition published on 19 September 2002.
Will appeal to readers of historical and mystery fiction, and to those who enjoy stage magic and the 1920s setting.
Glen David Gold is an American novelist, memoirist and screenwriter. Known for his bestselling novels exploring the roles of entertainment and popular culture in historical America, he has also published a critically acclaimed memoir and worked extensively in a broad range of media, including comics, television and podcasting. Gold is also a collector of and authority on comics and graphic novels, particularly the works of Jack Kirby and other architects of the Marvel Universe.
