Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions
by Neil Gaiman
Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions by Neil Gaiman holds a highly rated rating of 4.05 out of 5, based on 46.5K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 365 pages.
About Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions
In the deft hands of Neil Gaiman, magic is no mere illusion... and anything is possible. In this, Gaiman's first book of short stories, his imagination and supreme artistry transform a mundane world into a place of terrible wonders -- a place where an old woman can purchase the Holy Grail at a thrift store, where assassins advertise their services in the Yellow Pages under "Pest Control," and where a frightened young boy must barter for his life with a mean-spirited troll living beneath a bridge by the railroad tracks. Explore a new reality -- obscured by smoke and darkness, yet brilliantly tangible -- in this extraordinary collection of short works by a master prestidigitator. It will dazzle your senses, touch your heart, and haunt your dreams.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Neil Gaiman |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 365 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Science Fiction, Poetry |
| Average Rating | 4.05 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 46,486 |
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What genre is Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions?
Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions worth reading?
Based on 46.5K reader ratings, Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions has an average score of 4.05 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions?
Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions has 365 pages.
Who wrote Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions?
Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions was written by Neil Gaiman. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions?
The ISBN-13 for Smoke and Mirrors: Short Fiction and Illusions is 9780380789020.0.
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