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"A prodigiously imaginative collection." -- New York Times Book Review , Editor's Choice "Dazzling tales from a master of the fantastic."-- Washington Post Book World Fragile Things is a sterling collection of exceptional tales from Neil Gaiman, multiple award-winning (the Hugo, Bram Stoker, Newberry, and Eisner Awards, to name just a few), #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Graveyard Book, Anansi Boys, Coraline, and the groundbreaking Sandman graphic novel series. A uniquely imaginative creator of wonders whose unique storytelling genius has been acclaimed by a host of literary luminaries from Norman Mailer to Stephen King, Gaiman's astonishing powers are on glorious displays in Fragile Things. Enter and be amazed

Product Identifiers

PublisherHarperCollins

ISBN-100061252026

ISBN-139780061252020

eBay Product ID (ePID)59036043

Product Key Features

Publication Year2007

TopicFantasy / Collections & Anthologies, Horror, Short Stories (Single Author), Media Tie-In

Book TitleFragile Things : Short Fictions and Wonders

LanguageEnglish

GenreFiction

AuthorNeil Gaiman

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.9in.

Item Length8in.

Item Weight11.2 Oz

Item Width5.3in.

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

Dewey Edition22

Reviews[Gaiman] is a one-man story engine. . . . FRAGILE THINGS is a delightful compendium . . . [Gaiman] is indeed a national treasure., Think of it as a month with Scheharazade . . . No Gaiman fan can be without [Fragile Things] . . . If you've never encountered Gaiman's unique voice before, this volume is an excellent introduction, with easily digestible stories that can be devoured in one sitting. Still, you may find yourself gorging at this narrative feast, not stopping until you've read two or three or even half a dozen at a time., A prodigiously imaginative collection . . . The best of these clever fantasy metafictions explore the mysteries of artistic inspiration., Readers will be reminded most in these stories of that master craftsman...Ray Bradbury...Gothic tales of high caliber., The tales of FRAGILE THINGS are nibbles and bits of Gaiman's immensely satisfying inner landscape. They are fiercely playful and very grim, wisps of whimsy and wonder buoyed by the happy heart of a tragic poet., Strange, or sweet, or eerie, or heartfelt stories . . . wonderfully peculiar . . . Gaiman relishes the sacred act of telling stories., Fiercely playful and very grim, wisps of whimsy and wonder buoyed by the happy heart of a tragic poet., A powerful and oddly unified collection, a perfect introduction to Gaiman's work for new readers and a thrilling reminder to his long-time fans . . . [T]he shorter prose form allows Gaiman a greater freedom of whimsy and provocation than even his graphic work, with stunning results., Neil Gaiman at his unique best is terrific . . . compelling and dreamy . . . Readers will be reminded most in these stories of that master craftsman yet to be superseded, Ray Bradbury., "A prodigiously imaginative collection . . . The best of these clever fantasy metafictions explore the mysteries of artistic inspiration." (New York Times Book Review, Editor's Choice), A prodigiously imaginative collection...The best of these clever fantasy metafictions explore the mysteries of artistic inspiration., Charming, at times creepy, and good fun . . . [W]ell-worth adding to any collection; highly recommended., Lush prose...and a winning faith in the enchantment of stories. Expect the unexpected. Then savor the chills.

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal823/.914

Lc Classification NumberPr6057.A319

Number of Pages416 Pages