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The Golden Child

Penelope Fitzgerald

3.5/5 ( ratings)

Penelope Fitzgerald's novel, The Golden Child, combines a deft comedy of manners with a classic mystery set in London's most refined institution—the museum. When the glittering treasure of ancient Garamantia, the golden child, is delivered to the museum, a web of intrigue tightens around its personnel, especially the hapless museum officer Waring Smith. While prowling the halls one night, Waring is nearly strangled. Two suspicious deaths ensue, and only the cryptic hieroglyphics of the Garamantes can bring an end to the mayhem. Fitzgerald has an unerring eye for human nature, and this satirical look at the art world delivers a terrifically witty read.

Language: English

Pages: 189

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Mariner Books

Release: September 15, 1999

ISBN: 0395956196

ISBN 13: 9780395956199

The Golden Child

Penelope Fitzgerald

3.5/5 ( ratings)

Penelope Fitzgerald's novel, The Golden Child, combines a deft comedy of manners with a classic mystery set in London's most refined institution—the museum. When the glittering treasure of ancient Garamantia, the golden child, is delivered to the museum, a web of intrigue tightens around its personnel, especially the hapless museum officer Waring Smith. While prowling the halls one night, Waring is nearly strangled. Two suspicious deaths ensue, and only the cryptic hieroglyphics of the Garamantes can bring an end to the mayhem. Fitzgerald has an unerring eye for human nature, and this satirical look at the art world delivers a terrifically witty read.

Language: English

Pages: 189

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Mariner Books

Release: September 15, 1999

ISBN: 0395956196

ISBN 13: 9780395956199

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