The Secret Library: A Book-Lovers' Journey Through Curiosities of History by Oliver Tearle

The Secret Library: A Book-Lovers' Journey Through Curiosities of History

Oliver Tearle

256 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

nonfiction history informative reflective slow-paced
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A fascinating tour through the curious history of Western civilization told through its most emblematic invention – the book. As well as leafing through the well-known titles that have helped shape the world in which we live, Oliver Tearle also du...

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Community Reviews Summary of 148 reviews

Moods

informative 100%
lighthearted 55%
reflective 33%
funny 27%
relaxing 22%
inspiring 16%
adventurous 11%
challenging 5%
mysterious 5%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 22%
slow 11%

Average rating

3.79

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