
The Architect's Apprentice
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Narrated by:
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Piter Marek
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By:
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Elif Shafak
From the acclaimed author of The Bastard of Istanbul, a colorful, magical tale set during the height of the Ottoman Empire. In her latest novel, Turkey's preeminent female writer spins an epic tale spanning nearly a century in the life of the Ottoman Empire.
In 1540, 12-year-old Jahan arrives in Istanbul. As an animal tamer in the sultan's menagerie, he looks after the exceptionally smart elephant Chota and befriends (and falls for) the sultan's beautiful daughter Princess Mihrimah. A palace education leads Jahan to Mimar Sinan, the empire's chief architect, who takes Jahan under his wing as they construct (with Chota's help) some of the most magnificent buildings in history. Yet even as they build Sinan's triumphant masterpieces - the incredible Suleymaniye and Selimiye mosques - dangerous undercurrents begin to emerge, with jealousy erupting among Sinan's four apprentices.
A memorable story of artistic freedom, creativity, and the clash between science and fundamentalism, Shafak's intricate novel brims with vibrant characters, intriguing adventure, and the lavish backdrop of the Ottoman court, where love and loyalty are no match for raw power.
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Loved this tale.
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Journey to another time, another land
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Wonderful story. Beautifully written. Excellent narration.
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Engrossing
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Beautful story!
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What did you love best about The Architect's Apprentice?
Resonates nicely with historical works on this period and region.What was one of the most memorable moments of The Architect's Apprentice?
revelation of the identity of one of the apprenticesWhat did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?
Narrator sounds almost foreign which adds a nice flavor, but i found myself mentally correcting so many of his mispronunciations of the foreign words. He needs practice.Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
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Very nice story. Would look for more from this authorGood story, Narrator needs practice
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Exceptional author
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Brings Turkey- and architecture- alive!
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Delightful
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An absolutely enthralling and beautifully written tale
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