In the aftermath of the "creation" of an automated chess-playing machine that is secretly operated from within by an outcast Italian dwarf, Baron Wolfgang von Kempelen dazzles the public throughout the course of a sensational tour, until the mysterious death of a seductive countess places the machine under suspicion.
Die Inhaltsangabe kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Robert Lšhr was born in Berlin and grew up there and in Bremen and Santa Barbara, California. He trained as a journalist at the Berlin School of Journalism, then worked for Sat. 1 news and for the Berlin daily paper Der Tagesspiegel, Berliner Zeitung, Neue Zeit, and Taz, and finally as a correspondent for The Washington Post. After many years writing screenplays, musicals, plays, and short stories, Lšhr decided to try his hand at a novel. The Chess Machine is his first.
„Über diesen Titel“ kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Gratis für den Versand innerhalb von/der USA
Versandziele, Kosten & DauerGratis für den Versand innerhalb von/der USA
Versandziele, Kosten & DauerAnbieter: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, USA
Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 5508247-75
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, USA
Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 16833053-75
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, USA
Zustand: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 00060252147
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Rock Solid Books, Jenison, MI, USA
Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. 1st Edition. 1st printing. Unread. 100% guarantee. Expert packaging. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 000362
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, USA
hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers S_432120709
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, USA
hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers S_411100890
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, USA
Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers S_273178163
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: R & B Diversions LLC, Stratford, WI, USA
Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. NF (as new) ADVANCE READING COPY thus first (english) edition in trade paperback format. Appears unused with minor shelf wear, nice copy. Not remaindered, not exlib, no marks, etc. fiction. Language: eng. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9493
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Abacus Bookshop, Pittsford, NY, USA
hardcover. Zustand: Fine copy in fine dust jacket. 1st. 8vo, 344 pp., Translated by Anthea Bell. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 055136
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Powell's Bookstores Chicago, ABAA, Chicago, IL, USA
Zustand: Used - Very Good. 2007. Hardcover. Very Good. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers E02340
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar