Bibliograph

The madman's library, the strangest books, manuscripts and other literary curiosities from history, Edward Brooke-Hitching

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The madman's library, the strangest books, manuscripts and other literary curiosities from history, Edward Brooke-Hitching

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 246-247) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The madman's library

Nature of contents

bibliography

Responsibility statement

Edward Brooke-Hitching

Sub title

the strangest books, manuscripts and other literary curiosities from history

Summary

Brooke-Hitching has hunted down the oddest books and manuscripts ever written, uncovering the intriguing stories behind their creation. From the Qur'an written in the blood of Saddam Hussein, to the gorgeously decorated fifteenth-century lawsuit filed by the Devil against Jesus, to the most enormous book ever created, his book features many long forgotten, eccentric, and extraordinary volumes gathered from around the world. Spell books, alchemist scrolls, wearable books, edible books, books written by ghosts-- these and more come together in a captivating compendium perfect for anyone intrigued by bizarre oddities, obscure history, and the macabre. -- adapted from jacket

Table Of Contents

Books that aren't books -- Books made of flesh and blood -- Cryptic books -- Literary hoaxes -- Curious collections -- Works of the supernatural -- Religious oddities -- Curiosities of science -- Books of spectacular size -- Strange titles

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