Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell, Jilid II (2004) - Plot & Excerpts
This book is steeped in Victorian flavor. An in depth fascinating read. My favorite parts are the King's Roads (magic mirrors). The cone of darkness that follows Jonathan Strange all about a lost version of Venice where mournful bells ring, dark waters lap at the quays and people disappear. But still he fights, using powers he scarcely understands against overwhelming odds and often without hope he presses on, alone against the darkness.This is a wonderful and unique triumph of the imagination and I love it. I have read it with great pleasure twice so far and expect to read it many more times.Two notes. One: Read the footnotes separately, they are valuable and interesting but can disrupt the momentum of the story if read in line.Two: The only part I couldn't really connect with is when Strange assists Wellington in Spain against the French. But this is only a small part of a unique wonderful and triumphant work of a wonderful imagination. The main con to this was that the pace was quite slow. Once you get over that, it's really quite amazing. The early 19th century texture is really just spectacular, especially in a fantasy novel. Its best demonstration is how easily Clarke works historical figures like Lord Byron into the story, even if they play only minor roles. The ending seemed a bit confusing, which is the only real reason I'm not giving this 5 stars. It is somewhat open to interpretation in parts, but there's a big plot hole that renders the ending kind of unnecessary. Despite these faults, it was a success. I really enjoyed it.
What do You think about Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell, Jilid II (2004)?
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—Curly
A lot of fun... if you have time to follow the tangled web.
—mkrum
One of the finest adventures I have ever read.
—Jerry
