by Peter Ackroyd · Penguin · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780140230062
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In this fascinating novel by Peter Ackroyd, a young English historian inherits a house that once belonged to John Dee, a renowned mathematician and alchemist of the 16th century. As he explores the history of the house, he becomes embroiled in a mystery that intertwines the past and the present, exploring themes of magic, science, and the search for hidden knowledge. Ackroyd's narrative weaves an intriguing plot that captures the atmosphere of the time and immerses the reader in a world of secrets and revelations.
Peter Ackroyd is an English novelist, biographer and critic with a specialist interest in the history and culture of London. He is noted for his "technically innovative novels", the volume of work he has produced, the range of styles therein, his skill at assuming different voices, and the depth of his research.
