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The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book: An Interactive Guide to Life-Changing Books

by Smalley, Logan; Kent, Stephanie | PB | VeryGood
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Condition
Very Good
A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend ...
Binding
Paperback
Book Title
The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book
Weight
0 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
No
ISBN
9781982140588

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Simon & Schuster
ISBN-10
1982140585
ISBN-13
9781982140588
eBay Product ID (ePID)
8038520105

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
224 Pages
Publication Name
Call Me Ishmael Phone Book : an Interactive Guide to Life-Changing Books
Language
English
Subject
Directories, Books & Reading
Publication Year
2020
Type
Not Available
Author
Stephanie Kent, Logan Smalley
Subject Area
Literary Criticism, Reference
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
13.5 Oz
Item Length
9.1 in
Item Width
7.4 in

Additional Product Features

TitleLeading
The
Reviews
PRAISE FOR THE CALL ME ISHMAEL PHONE BOOK: "Cleverly designed to resemble the print Yellow Pages of yesteryear and is packed with neat retro graphics, fun lists of phoned-in favorites, hidden literary references and other book-inspired surprises... An unbeatable gift for your favorite bookworm, this whimsical volume is a testament to the power of literature." --BookPage " The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is a book lover's rabbit hole: engaging, quirky and wholly seductive... Beware: it's easy to get sucked in." --Shelf Awareness (starred review)
Intended Audience
Trade
Synopsis
For fans of My Ideal Bookshelf and Bibliophile , The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is the perfect gift for book lovers everywhere: a quirky and entertaining interactive guide to reading, featuring voicemails, literary Easter eggs, checklists, and more, from the creators of the popular multimedia project. The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is an interactive illustrated homage to the beautiful ways in which books bring meaning to our lives and how our lives bring meaning to books. Carefully crafted in the style of a retro telephone directory, this guide offers you a variety of unique ways to connect with readers, writers, bookshops, and life-changing stories. In it, you'll discover... -Heartfelt, anonymous voicemail messages and transcripts from real-life readers sharing unforgettable stories about their most beloved books. You'll hear how a mother and daughter formed a bond over their love for Erin Morgenstern's The Night Circus , or how a reader finally felt represented after reading Gene Luen Yang's American Born Chinese , or how two friends performed Mary Oliver's Thirst to a grove of trees, or how Anne Frank inspired a young writer to continue journaling. -Hidden references inside fictional literary adverts like Ahab's Whale Tours and Miss Ophelia's Psychic Readings, and real-life literary landmarks like Maya Angelou City Park and the Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum. -Lists of bookstores across the USA, state by state, plus interviews with the book lovers who run them. -Various invitations to become a part of this book by calling and leaving a bookish voicemail of your own. -And more Quirky, nostalgic, and full of heart, The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is a love letter to the stories that change us, connect us, and make us human., For fans of My Ideal Bookshelf and Bibliophile , The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is the perfect gift for book lovers everywhere: a quirky and entertaining interactive guide to reading, featuring voicemails, literary Easter eggs, checklists, and more, from the creators of the popular multimedia project. The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is an interactive illustrated homage to the beautiful ways in which books bring meaning to our lives and how our lives bring meaning to books. Carefully crafted in the style of a retro telephone directory, this guide offers you a variety of unique ways to connect with readers, writers, bookshops, and life-changing stories. In it, you'll discover... -Heartfelt, anonymous voicemail messages and transcripts from real-life readers sharing unforgettable stories about their most beloved books. You'll hear how a mother and daughter formed a bond over their love for Erin Morgenstern's The Night Circus , or how a reader finally felt represented after reading Gene Luen Yang's American Born Chinese , or how two friends performed Mary Oliver's Thirst to a grove of trees, or how Anne Frank inspired a young writer to continue journaling. -Hidden references inside fictional literary adverts like Ahab's Whale Tours and Miss Ophelia's Psychic Readings, and real-life literary landmarks like Maya Angelou City Park and the Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum. -Lists of bookstores across the USA, state by state, plus interviews with the book lovers who run them. -Various invitations to become a part of this book by calling and leaving a bookish voicemail of your own. -And more! Quirky, nostalgic, and full of heart, The Call Me Ishmael Phone Book is a love letter to the stories that change us, connect us, and make us human.

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