Simon jones is outstanding in this final book of the trilogy, expertly handling the sophisticated sarcasm of jonathan. I think he has spoilt all other audio books for me as this was simply magnificent. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. He gives all characters a definite personality without trying to intrude on the author s characterization. Ptolemys gate, bartimaeus trilogy by jonathan stroud. Jonathan stroud books list of books by author jonathan. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Ptolemys gate by jonathan stroud paperback book the. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Ive now graduated to audible versions and i must say this series still has a strong hold. About the author jonathan stroud is the author of the new york times bestselling.
Ptolemys gate by jonathan stroud overdrive rakuten. Bartimaeus suffers nathaniels ineptitude with sardonic wit and wisecracks. Shortly after i was given the cd s audiobook they were very well used throughout my teenage years. Three years after the events of the golems eye, the young magician nathaniel is an established member of. Ptolemys gate is an excellent capstone to the extraordinary bartimaeus series. The voice and dialogue for jinn are very well done. This would be a great road trip book for parents with clever little brats. One of the reasons that its so good, in my mind, is that stroud has nathaniel grow from a young teenager in amulet of samarkand into a young adult in this book, with all of the changes and difficulties involved in that transition. In the third book of the series, bartimaeus, nathaniel, and kitty must test the limits of this world, question the deepest parts of. Ive never been convinced by this argument, mainly because, no matter how cool, stylish, composed. It was released in the united kingdom in september 2005, and in the united states in december of the same year. Ptolemys gate the bartimaeus trilogy series plugged in. Ptolemys gate bartimaeus trilogy audio cd audiobook.
It is the third book in the bartimaeus trilogy series. Ptolemys gate is a childrens novel of alternate history, fantasy and magic. Ptolemys gate by jonathan stroud audio book simply. Ptolemys gate bartimaeus trilogy audio cd audiobook, unabridged. Ptolemys gate is a very interesting book with many unexpected twists and turns in the plot. The amulet of samarkand the bartimaeus trilogy, book 1 exlib. Ptolemys gate quotes showing of 32 according to some, heroic deaths are admirable things. Penguin random house audio publishing group imprint. A bartimaeus novel, book 3 and millions of other books are available for instant access. I can recommend it and i do, but with a caveat, it is considered to be a youth or ya book.
Title of a book, article or other published item this will display to the public. As alluded to in the footnotes throughout the series, bartimaeus has served. It is the third book in the bartimaeus trilogy, written by british author jonathan stroud. Three years after the events of the golems eye, the young magician nathaniel is an established member of the british government. While the first book in the series, the amulet of samarkand, could probably stand alone, the second two the golems eye and ptolemys gate should be read together. Written by jonathan stroud, audiobook narrated by simon jones. Bartimaeus trilogy the golems eye book 2 by jonathan stroud hc first signed. The bartimaeus trilogy, book 1 publishers summary nathaniel is elevenyearsold and a magicians apprentice, learning the traditional art of magic.
Three years have passed since the magician nathaniel helped prevent a cataclysmic attack on london. Ptolemys gate by jonathan stroud cdaudio, 2007 for sale online. Completes the brilliant bartimaeus trilogy publishing news stroud demonstrates here that what and how he writes should never be taken for granted tes as witty and orginal as the first. He gives all characters a definite personality without trying to intrude on the authors characterization. Goods inserted into heavy duty cardboard envelopes which are recyclable. Now an established member of the british government, he faces unprecedented problems. Switching to the audio halfway through book two also really helped, steven pacey does a great job.
The third part of the bartimaeus trilogy, ptolemys gate finishes the story began in the amulet of samarkand and the golems eye. One of the reasons that its so good, in my mind, is that stroud has nathaniel grow from a young. Buy a cheap copy of ptolemys gate book by jonathan stroud. Ptolemys gate by jonathan stroud available from rakuten kobo. One of the reasons that its so good, in my mind, is that stroud has nathaniel grow from a young teenager in. The audio cds are well presented and the narration is very good. The bartimaeus trilogy, book 3 unabridged audiobook, by jonathan stroud. Ptolemys gate navy general library program downloadable. I was already a toogentle nerd when i read the book thief and the ptolemys gate and cried for lives lost too young. All characters become increasingly compelling as the story moves forward, and your interest in the ptolemy backstory grows almost urgent.
Ptolemys gate king county library system overdrive. It is the third book in the bartimaeus trilogy, written by british author. I enjoyed all of these books immensely and recommend them to anyone who enjoys young adult fantasy. Perhaps most important in an audio version, simon jones is a truly great reader. Chicago turabian humanities citation style guide stroud, jonathan, ptolemys gate. I emphathise with bartimaeus at the end for he was helpless.
Ptolemys gate is a novel of alternate history, fantasy and magic. Now an important member of the british government, he grapples with numerous problems. Like the first two instalments, the majority of the action. In the third book of the series, bartimaeus, nathaniel, and kitty must test the limits of this world, question the deepest parts of themselves and trust one another if they hope to survive. Ptolemys gate 9781846576805 by stroud, jonathan and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
Simon jones is outstanding in this final book of the trilogy, expertly handling the sophisticated sarcasm of jonathan strouds. Ptolemys gate by jonathan stroud read by simon jones. Jonathan stroud audio books at simply audiobooks simply. It is an excellent end to the series that still leaves just enough questions unanswered for your mind to. I was already a tenderhearted weirdo interested in the history of medicine when, at college. Ptolemys gate is the climax of the bartimaeus trilogy in which a longstanding conspiracy comes to fruition and bartimaeus, nathaniel and kitty face a final enemy which threatens them all. As a concluding book to a trilogy, ptolemys gate turns a wonderful story into a great one. Bartimaeus trilogy book for sale collecting fishing tackle. See all books authored by jonathan stroud, including the amulet of samarkand, and ptolemys gate, and more on. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Listen to the amulet of samarkand audiobook by jonathan stroud, narrated by steven pacey.