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UPC:720238101309
Condition:Used
Genre:Action & Adventure
Platform:Sega Genesis
Region:NTSC (N. America)
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———This game is fully cleaned, tested & working. Includes the Disc/Cartridge Only. May have some minor scratches/scuffs.This description was last updated on October 28th, 2020.
| Weight | 8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Condition | Used |
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| Platform | Sega Genesis |
| ESRB Rating | Not Rated |
| Players | 1 |
| Genre | Action & Adventure |
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A friend was reading a later book by Zafon, but I read some reviews, and most said that book wasn’t as good as "The Shadow of the Wind" so I thought I would read this first. It’s good, the plot moves along, the characters are well-defined, consistent within themselves, and interesting. The conflicts are compelling and there is an air of mystery that draws me in. Zafon is an interesting writer, and occasionally comes up with an original image. (At one point, he refers to "the perpetual grin" of a piano.)Still, I wouldn’t call this a great novel. I wouldn’t even say "I can’t put it down." At this writing, I’m only about half-way through the book, so it could always move me by the ending.
This author creates a story that has many twists and turns with the ending not evident until the end. I highly recommend this exciting book.
Allow me pause to vent, fellow reviewers: Exactly what did you expect from a book with a Stephen king blurb across the cover? A new Cervantes, Joyce, Proust, Faulkner? Please. I bought and read this book knowing full well that I was entering a realm that did not aspire to “high art” but was meant to pull me into a breathtaking, mesmerising story. This feat Zafon accomplishes superlatively well, so much so that, having finished it, I feel haunted by wartime Barcelona and the characters who populate it in this book.Anybody reading this review will know the plot by now. There’s no point in my rehashing it. But I would like emphasize the facets that make this a great story rather than a merely good story:1. The Erotic, to which nobody seems to have given much heed. Daniel’s (and Julian’s) growth through adolescence and the mysterious, beatific visions of women with whom both of them first fall in love are handled most elegantly here. – No, I’m not elevating Zafon to the rarified airs of Dante and his Beatrice or Petrarch and his Lara. – But without this element of poetic eroticism permeating it, the story would fall flat.2. The bibliophilic theme, which others have (inevitably) noticed. If you have not felt at times as Daniel has, “…like someone who has escaped into the pages of a novel because those whom he needs to love seem nothing more than ghosts inhabiting the mind of a stranger” at least a few times in your life, then you will miss out on much of the story’s allure.
This is a hard one to write a review for. It took me a year of starting and stopping to get through the first third to half of the book. I had a really hard time with the style and syntax, which seemed contrived, but is probably the result of translation, rather than the writer’s true style. The set up of the main story, Daniel’s discovery of Julian Carax and his works, as well as Daniel’s own escapades, were at times lengthy. However, the second half, as the mysteries started to be revealed, flew by.
As a fan of Southern Gothic Literature I didn’t find it too hard to enjoy this piece of Gothic Lit, but I found myself immensely enjoying the writing as well. When I read a line or paragraph in a novel that I enjoy I usually make a little dog-ear on the page, and for this novel, it looks like dozens of people are sharing one copy and have randomly stopped at different places. So, I have to recommend this novel on the beautiful prose alone.However, the story is fantastic in that there is mystery, devotion, murder, love, hopelessness, sadness, redemption, and vengeance all woven throughout plots, subplots, and unique characters.Even in cases where I couldn’t stand a character, I can empathize with them, feel sorry for them, or even hate them with a glorious passion that had me continually turning pages in the hopes that these poor souls are able to lift themselves up, solve a mystery that haunts them, break free from their love of a lackluster life, and in some cases, get what they have coming.What kept this from being a 5 start rating was that, since a great deal of backstory is needed, there are sections where characters will wax eloquent about scenes from their past which sheds light for both our main characters and the reader, but I didn’t like how questions were quickly answered in these flashbacks. These stories from the characters are wonderfully written and capture your attention, but my only complaint is rather than getting a few slices of our literary pizza here and t.
“The Shadow of the Wind” begins in 1945 in Barcelona, still reeling from the effects of the Spanish Civil War. Ten-year-old Daniel Sempere lives with his father above his book store. One day, his father takes him to a secret place called “The Cemetery of Forgotten Books,” a labyrinthine library of old, forgotten books salvaged by a few lovers of books. Daniel is told he can take one book. It is there he discovers a book, “The Shadow of the Wind” by Julian Carax, that will change the course of his life. After he has read the book, he is fascinated with the story and decides to learn more about the book’s author. Carax is a failed author whose books never sold. Nevertheless, young Daniel learns that a mysterious stranger who has given himself the name of a Carax character has been systematically destroying copies of the books.The story is an ode to literature. Zafon weaves a magical story of fate and romance, with many subplots. Zafon is a gifted wordsmith. He conjures up some very interesting characters; the most memorable being a homeless man named Fermin who Daniel befriends. Overall, the book is very satisfying, but ultimately doesn’t really deliver as one might have expected. Despite its strengths, the story seems to be lacking whatever it is that makes a book truly special. Perhaps the biggest problem I had was with how Zafon chose to reveal the mystery of the Carax books, through an unbelievably long letter that is found. Once the letter has been read, much.
I have to tell you, I bought this book after I saw in the opening credits of Liam Neeson’s movie, "The Commuter." I thought, "If it’s good enough for Liam, it’s good enough for me, ha!"I really enjoyed the book. It’s not action packed but the story is incredibly absorbing and extremely well written. The only reason for the four stars is that it does drag in many parts. In addition, and this is no knock against the author or this book (it’s a knock against me!) the writing is incredibly advanced! It took me a while to read this because there were many times I had to put it down because I felt like I was reading a text book! and my head was too full =) However, I continued through it, and I am glad I did! Definitely recommend this story!
Carlos Ruiz Zafón, born in Barcelona in 1964, is known as one of Spain’s most successful contemporary writers whose works have been published in 45 countries. His first novel “Prince of the Mist” (1993) earned the Edebé prize for young adult fiction. He has authored an additional three young adult novels, the last “Marina” published in 1999. “The Shadow of the Wind” (2001) is Zafón’s first novel written for adults; a second adult novel published in 2008 was entitled “The Angels Game” and his latest novel “The Prisoner of Heaven” (2011). Zafón, while a native of Spain, has lived in Los Angeles since 1993 where he has been developing his writing career.”The Shadow of the Wind” is a novel of the mystery/intrigue/love story genre. It is narrated in the first person by the main character of the work; dialog is denoted and is attributable to the person speaking. The writing style is variably complex with many descriptive passages drawing vivid depictions of persons and places; a talent attributable to the author’s penchant for film and screen plays. Although described as an “adult” novel, the writing invokes the author’s previous entry into literature writing for young adults. The composition liberally draws from the persona of young characters in the story and invokes that subtlety in the overall cast of the writing.The tale takes place in Barcelona during the early 1900’s and extends to about 1958. At its heart, the story is about a small cadre of young men brought togethe.
This is a series of 4 novels and this is the first and a wonder of the mind. I love the city Barcelona and the series takes place there through generations of books shops and well anyone who likes magical realism an books will be intrigued and maybe enthralled by the tales.
This one kept me guessing most of the way through, and while I sometimes got lost in keeping tract of the many characters, I enjoyed the adventure of discovering the solution. Great if you love puzzles.
LethaHuel –
This book is well written keeping the writer in a state of constant curiosity and waiting for what is to come! Mysteriously beautiful!! I recommend it to everyone who enjoys reading about human emotions – pain, terror, fear, self-discovery, hope, love, and happiness.
leafycritter –
I loved this book. I was drawn into the story by the very first paragraph, and remained absorbed in it through the last sentence. I am disregarding some newspaper critics’ disparaging comparisons of Zafón to more "literary" authors such as Márquez, Eco and Borges. The Shadow of the Wind is great storytelling, and that’s what matters.The story is vivid. The sense of place is powerful. I was transported, and felt that I was in old Barcelona. The characters are fully drawn, even if a couple of them are romantic stereotypes, such as the blind girl Clara Barceló, who just happened to be a great beauty. I laughed along with Daniel’s cunning friend FermÃÂn Romero de Torres as he created outlandish but workable plans for solving the mystery of Julián Carax. (Fermin reminded me of the colorful, profane and crafty character Gus McCrae in Larry McMurtry’s Lonesome Dove; Fermin was the best character in the story.) I sorrowed with the elderly governess Jacinta, as she recalled being torn away from the only person she cared about, young Penélope Aldaya. I felt Daniel Sempere’s terror of the sadistic police officer Franscisco Javier Fumero. I read the book over a period of several days, and during that time I had strange dreams every night. This is how much the story affected me.Of course no story is perfect. About two thirds through the book, the plot became a bit weak and predictable. I was able to figure out who the mysterious, sinister LaÃÂn Coubert was long before his true ident.
Tim Hulse –
What is truly wonderful about this book, is that you don’t really need to settle into it. Its interesting right away. You immediately love the characters and get hooked on the mystery. I found myself staying up far too late into the night saying, “Okay, I’ll just read until I know what happens to him” or “Well, I can’t just leave it THERE for the night!”This book is remarkable. The characters are so wonderfully human and flawed that you find yourself relating to so many of them. I felt while reading this book that the story was so important. I wish it was on the syllabus for high school literature classes because you learn about the human experience in a time of war, but also the importance of acceptance and finding kindness in human nature while being genuinely excited to see where the story leads.
Michelle Wallace –
A beautiful and timeless story with an amazing setting that functions as a living, breathing character.It’s the kind of story that lingers…long after you’ve turned the final page.I loved the many nuances, layers, twists and turns, timing of revelations; the manner in which characters’ lives unfold and then intersect; story threads that come together…I’m looking forward to reading more of the author’s stories!
Dragon Mama –
This is a hard one to write a review for. It took me a year of starting and stopping to get through the first third to half of the book. I had a really hard time with the style and syntax, which seemed contrived, but is probably the result of translation, rather than the writer’s true style. The set up of the main story, Daniel’s discovery of Julian Carax and his works, as well as Daniel’s own escapades, were at times lengthy. However, the second half, as the mysteries started to be revealed, flew by.
Thomas W. –
I can not say enough GREAT things about this book! I will not bore you with details so as not to give anything away. I will just say that this book draws you in from the first chapter, and takes you on an intriguing journey to the end. The author, Carlos Ruiz Zafón, has a beautiful way with words which makes this story flow like poetry. I feel sorry for the people who did not understand this book, hence giving it bad reviews, for they are truly the lost souls who will never get it. That being said, I am happy to see the majority of the people who did understand this book, give it the praise it truly deserves– including Stephen King. This wonderful book is definitely a story worth investing in, and if I could give it more than five stars, I would surely do so.
Barry Milliken –
A fascinating story told with tremendous erudition and verve. There are quotable quotes on almost every page.The complex plot, unique characters, descriptions and aphoristic remarks all rate 5 stars.Riveting to the end.Caveats: It portrays a very dark almost cynical view of life without happy endings. Parts resemble a gothic horror thriller.The author has an imagination I can only compare to Dumas, but unlike Dumas, Zafon often goes over the top.(One can love extremely rich food, but a chef who puts every spice in his cabinet into the stew will choke the most adventureous palate.)The reader starts to suspend disbelief and thinks about the author’s method: His immagination is in overdrive and he seems to throw every outrageous idea that comes to his mind onto the page.I will highly recommend. But I will embark on a strict and lengthy diet before I will try Zafon’s next novel.
I. J. Lewis –
As a fan of Southern Gothic Literature I didn’t find it too hard to enjoy this piece of Gothic Lit, but I found myself immensely enjoying the writing as well. When I read a line or paragraph in a novel that I enjoy I usually make a little dog-ear on the page, and for this novel, it looks like dozens of people are sharing one copy and have randomly stopped at different places. So, I have to recommend this novel on the beautiful prose alone.However, the story is fantastic in that there is mystery, devotion, murder, love, hopelessness, sadness, redemption, and vengeance all woven throughout plots, subplots, and unique characters.Even in cases where I couldn’t stand a character, I can empathize with them, feel sorry for them, or even hate them with a glorious passion that had me continually turning pages in the hopes that these poor souls are able to lift themselves up, solve a mystery that haunts them, break free from their love of a lackluster life, and in some cases, get what they have coming.What kept this from being a 5 start rating was that, since a great deal of backstory is needed, there are sections where characters will wax eloquent about scenes from their past which sheds light for both our main characters and the reader, but I didn’t like how questions were quickly answered in these flashbacks. These stories from the characters are wonderfully written and capture your attention, but my only complaint is rather than getting a few slices of our literary pizza here and t.
Dataman –
“The Shadow of the Wind” begins in 1945 in Barcelona, still reeling from the effects of the Spanish Civil War. Ten-year-old Daniel Sempere lives with his father above his book store. One day, his father takes him to a secret place called “The Cemetery of Forgotten Books,” a labyrinthine library of old, forgotten books salvaged by a few lovers of books. Daniel is told he can take one book. It is there he discovers a book, “The Shadow of the Wind” by Julian Carax, that will change the course of his life. After he has read the book, he is fascinated with the story and decides to learn more about the book’s author. Carax is a failed author whose books never sold. Nevertheless, young Daniel learns that a mysterious stranger who has given himself the name of a Carax character has been systematically destroying copies of the books.The story is an ode to literature. Zafon weaves a magical story of fate and romance, with many subplots. Zafon is a gifted wordsmith. He conjures up some very interesting characters; the most memorable being a homeless man named Fermin who Daniel befriends. Overall, the book is very satisfying, but ultimately doesn’t really deliver as one might have expected. Despite its strengths, the story seems to be lacking whatever it is that makes a book truly special. Perhaps the biggest problem I had was with how Zafon chose to reveal the mystery of the Carax books, through an unbelievably long letter that is found. Once the letter has been read, much.
pinecones –
Read this book years ago when it was released. Liked it so much our book club picked it for a summer read. Have also read the next 3 books in the series Learned of CRZ death and will re read the entire series. Great CV19 adventure, enjoyed the characters, the atmosphere and the story! Highly recommend for fans of historical fiction.