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The Secret History
by Tartt, Donna
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- New
- ISBN 10
- 1400031702
- ISBN 13
- 9781400031702
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About This Item
Vintage Contemporaries, 2004. New. New book.
Synopsis
The Secret History by Donna Tartt is a novel that follows the lives of a group of classics students at a small, elite college in New England. The students, led by their charismatic and eccentric professor, become obsessed with ancient Greek culture and rituals, which leads them to commit a terrible crime. The novel explores themes of guilt, obsession, and the corrupting influence of power. Tartt's masterful prose and richly drawn characters make The Secret History a compelling and thought-provoking read. It has become a beloved classic of contemporary literature since its publication in 1992.
Reviews
On Feb 13 2015, a reader said:
The first book I read by Donna Tartt was her newest "Goldfinch" novel. When I completed it, I immediately went to purchase "The Secret History".
I really enjoyed this book. It's a thrilling sort of mystery laced with oddly endearing characters that you feel a closeness to despite their strange underlying coldness at times. Tartt hangs you by a thread most of the book, leaving you wondering what is going to happen next. It's tragic, beautiful and horrific. It's unique.
I am in Seattle and it's winter so we're in our overcast time. Reading this book was perfect for this time of year, even though based on the East coast, I could feel the atmosphere entirely. I highly recommend this book.
On Apr 23 2014, a reader said:
Her characters stay with you after you have finished the book. I go back and read this book about twice a year and find some new little character aspect every time.
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- Weller Book Works ABAA/ILAB
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
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- Title
- The Secret History
- Author
- Tartt, Donna
- Book Condition
- New New
- Quantity Available
- 2
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 1400031702
- ISBN 13
- 9781400031702
- Publisher
- Vintage Contemporaries
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Date Published
- 2004
- Product_type
- 2
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