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UPC:720238101309
Condition:Used
Genre:Action & Adventure
Platform:Sega Genesis
Region:NTSC (N. America)
SKU:GEN_EL_VIENTO
———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 |
| Product Type | |
| 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.
Susan R . –
I decided to read this book because the setting was in Barcelona and having just visited the city. The novel just drew me in immediately, the way the author described books and the power of books. And then the story takes off in so many levels and so many interesting characters. I couldn’t stop reading.
Emma –
Beautiful edition of one of my favorite books. Well made with excellent paper stock and red paper edges. The story itself is a fantastic tale of the massive impact books can have on us in the worst of times. Murder, intrigue, and a hidden library of every booklover’s dreams, this is book to keep reading for years to come.
Lana J –
I got this book for a school assignment, but I really enjoyed it. The characters are so deep and there are so many parallels between them all. The story is so intriguing, with many layers and some metafiction. There is young love, old mysteries, death, innocence, and secrecy. It was fun to take notes and try to figure out what really happened and what would happen as I went along. Also, the setting of Barcelona is beautifully described. This book is of another world, another time and place. The city recovering from war, and the characters recovering from all that has changed in the city and their own seperate yet intertwined lives! It all seems to fit together. And for a translation, the words are beautifully chosen. Props to the translator.
Henna M –
I don’t typically leave reviews on retrolio but this book requires praise on another level. As an avid book reader since the age of 12, I can tell you this book tops the list of all books I’ve ever read in my life. I borrowed this from a friend of mine who highly recommended this book. After reading it, I returned the book to her, went online on retrolio and ordered me a copy just so I can own it! The writing is beyond beautiful, phenomenal actually. I haven’t witnessed this level of writing yet by any author. It’s so powerful you can’t help but immerse yourself into the book and feel connected with the characters on a deep level. Please, get it and read it!
Dmanf –
I liked the story, the characters and the intrigue. Perhaps it was in the translation, but I found the language somewhat simple and lacking wordsmanship. Simply written, but enjoyable.
Richard M. Jones –
One of the best novels I have ever read. Ruiz defines metaphors. The book is throughly modern being metaphysical and existential in discovering self while investigating a mystery. The book begins with a visit to the Cemetery of Forgotten Books and here is where the mystery begins. “The chairs stood in wake around the table.” is one of the many metaphors projecting this sense of ether-ness, an independent aura of influence, subtle and ever-present.
L. George Allan –
I bought this so I could read it for the second time – I highly recommend this for books that are really good. Second reading is more satisfying than the first.The intricate plot, great characters, set in Spain post ww2 and begins in a large below ground book storage facility/Store featuring rare books. Underground to protect from war damage.Protagonist is the son of the owner of this collection who begins the novel in early adolescence and proves to be likeable, intelligent and interesting. This is a lengthy book – the best kind when they’re good. I felt like I moved into the story right at the beginning. I slowed down as the end approached because I didn’t want to leave.
Thomas Orput –
I love a great mystery / historical fiction because of the chemistry blend of past people and events coupled with an engaging yarn.Shadow does that from page 1 until the end.I am super excited about a trip to Barcelona one day.Thank you!
Sofiia P. –
The book is magnificent. The plot is well thought and captivating, it gets you hooked up from the first page and doesn’t let you put it away until you are finished with the story; characters are well-described and authentic. I wanted to reread it even before I was done with the book and I gave 4 stares omnly because it’s the series and I’m still not done.
elizabeth o'mara –
This was beautifully written with well-chosen words which provided both a visual and an emotional connection to the characters and plot. I consider the writer to be in a category all by himself. Even though it was a lengthy book, it provided much enjoyment. I felt quite satisfied after reading it.