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The Merchant and the Alchemist's Gate
The Merchant and the Alchemist's Gate
Author: Ted Chiang
In medieval Baghdad, a penniless man is brought before the most powerful man in the world, the caliph himself, to tell his story. It begins with a walk in the bazaar, but soon grows into a tale unlike any other told in the caliph's empire. It's a story that includes not just buried treasure and a band of thieves, but also men haunted by their pa...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781596061002
ISBN-10: 1596061006
Publication Date: 7/23/2007
Pages: 83
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4.3 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Subterranean Press
Book Type: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 10
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WhidbeyIslander avatar reviewed The Merchant and the Alchemist's Gate on + 694 more book reviews
Except for the constant harping on Allah, I found this short tale charming, well-written, thought-provoking and fun.


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