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The World of All Souls

A Complete Guide to A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night and The Book of Life
By Deborah Harkness
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The World of All Souls by Deborah Harkness is a compelling companion to the All Souls trilogy, offering a rich exploration of its universe. This book delves into the history, science, and magical lore of the series, with detailed descriptions of characters and locations. It provides a deeper understanding of the narrative's intricacies and enriches the reading experience with maps, illustrations, and expert insights.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by rich world-building and detailed lore that complements a beloved series. It offers an immersive journey into the magical universe with intriguing insights and beautiful illustrations, perfect for fans eager to explore every facet of this enchanting narrative.

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The perfect companion piece to the first three novels in the spellbinding All Souls series. A thorough insight into the history and magic behind Deborah Harkness's world of witches, daemons and vampires.

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Discover the truths, the history, the myths and the magic behind the bestselling All Souls trilogy. Fall under the spell once more with this all-encompassing insider's guide to A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night, and The Book of Life.

The All Souls trilogy by Deborah Harkness, featuring historian and witch Diana Bishop and vampire scientist Matthew Clairmont, delves into mythology, alchemy, literature, and architecture. And history is brought to life. With her signature historian's touch, Deborah Harkness offers an encyclopaedic look at the series, complete with synopses, character biographies, maps, recipes, and even the science behind creatures, magic, and alchemy.

Bursting with fascinating facts and original artwork, The World of All Souls is the ultimate companion for fans of the All Souls trilogy and unlocks this fantastical world, letting you in on all its secrets and mysteries.

Praise for the All Souls trilogy:

'This is a glorious, finely-wrought gem of a book: intelligent, thoughtful, intricate... Utterly enchanting on every level' — Manda Scott on A Discovery of Witches

'Deborah Harkness writes as if she's the hugely more talented love child of Diana Gabaldon and J. K. Rowling' — thebookbag.co.uk on Shadow of Night

'Rich in arcane detail, fans will relish this exotic cauldron of romantic fantasy' — Sunday Mirror on The Book of Life

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The World of All Souls by Deborah Harkness provides an expansive guide to the universe of the All Souls trilogy, offering rich background information and insights into its characters, mythology, and settings. It is appreciated for its detailed illustrations and author annotations, enhancing the readers' understanding and enjoyment of the main series. Fans of the trilogy particularly enjoy the in-depth exploration and behind-the-scenes elements that the book provides.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472237637

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 May 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 39.0mm

Width: 187.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 1288g

Pages: 496

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About the Author

Deborah Harkness is the number one Sunday Times bestselling author of A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night, The Book of Life, Time's Convert and The World of All Souls. A history professor at the University of Southern California, Harkness has received Fulbright, Guggenheim, and National Humanities Center fellowships. She lives in Los Angeles.

Follow Deborah Harkness on Twitter @DebHarkness and Instagram @debharkness, and visit www.deborahharkness.com and www.facebook.com/AuthorDeborahHarkness

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