The Dervish House
Amherst, NY:(2010): Prometheus Books. First Edition. Octavo. Item #023139
359pp. signed by the author. In the sleepy Istanbul district of Eskikoy stand the former whirling dervish house of Aderm Dede. Six characters'' lives revolve around it; A retired economist, A nine-year-old boy, a rogue trader, an art dealer, a slacker and a young marketing graduate. Over five days of an Istanbul heat wave, these lives weave a story of corporate wheeling and dealing, Islamic mysticism, political and economic intrigue and more with the potential to transform every human on the planet. A fine bright copy bound in black paper covered boards, spine lettering in red foil, in a fine dust jacket.
Price: $75.00