Burger, NeilOverview
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Neil Burger
The illusionist
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 1,217 libraries worldwide The acclaimed illusionist Eisenheim has not only captured the imaginations of all of Vienna, but also the interest of the ambitious Crown Prince Leopold. When Leopold's new fiancée rekindles a childhood fascination with Eisenheim, the Prince's interest evolves into obsession. Suddenly the city's Chief Inspector finds himself investigating a shocking crime. But even as the Inspector engages him in a dramatic challenge of wills, Eisenheim prepares for the most impressive illusion yet.
The illusionist
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15 editions published between 2005 and 2010 in English and held by 814 libraries worldwide The acclaimed illusionist Eisenheim has not only captured the imaginations of all of Vienna, but also the interest of the ambitious Crown Prince Leopold. When Leopold's new fiancée rekindles a childhood fascination with Eisenheim, the Prince's interest evolves into obsession. Suddenly the city's Chief Inspector finds himself investigating a shocking crime. But even as the Inspector engages him in a dramatic challenge of wills, Eisenheim prepares for the most impressive illusion yet.
Limitless
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6 editions published between 2010 and 2011 in English and held by 717 libraries worldwide Eddie Morra, a burnt-out writer, discovers a top-secret pill that unlocks 100% of his brain's capacity. He instantly acquires mind-bending talents and mesmerizing visions that bring him big money, beautiful women, and limitless success. But his dream life soon becomes a waking nightmare, as the drug's brutal side effects take their toll and Eddie finds himself entangled with a cunning Wall Street power broker who wants everything Eddie has, and more.
The lucky ones
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8 editions published in 2009 in 3 languages and held by 516 libraries worldwide Colee, TK and Cheever are three soldiers who return home from the Iraq War after suffering injuries. They learn that life has moved on without them. The three end up on an unexpected road trip across the U.S. Colee is on a mission to bring her boyfriend's guitar back to his family. TK is seeking the confidence to face his wife after a shrapnel injury threatens his sexual function. Cheever is a middle-aged man who is planning to hit the casinos in a desperate effort to pay for his son's college tuition.
Limitless
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1 edition published in 2011 in English and held by 249 libraries worldwide Eddie Morra, a burnt-out writer, discovers a top-secret pill that unlocks 100% of his brain's capacity. He instantly acquires mind-bending talents and mesmerizing visions that bring him big money, beautiful women, and limitless success. But his dream life soon becomes a waking nightmare, as the drug's brutal side effects take their toll and Eddie finds himself entangled with a cunning Wall Street power broker who wants everything Eddie has, and more.
Interview with the assassin
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7 editions published between 2003 and 2007 in English and Undetermined and held by 125 libraries worldwide Almost 40 years after John F. Kennedy's assassination, an ex-Marine named Walter Ohlinger has come forward with a startling claim ... he was the second shooter on the grassy knoll on that day in November of 1963.
The illusionist L'illusionniste
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3 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in English and held by 28 libraries worldwide The acclaimed illusionist Eisenheim has not only captured the imaginations of all of Vienna, but also the interest of the ambitious Crown Prince Leopold. When Leopold's new fiancée rekindles a childhood fascination with Eisenheim, the Prince's interest evolves into obsession. Suddenly the city's Chief Inspector finds himself investigating a shocking crime. But even as the Inspector engages him in a dramatic challenge of wills, Eisenheim prepares for the most impressive illusion yet.
Limitless
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2 editions published in 2011 in English and held by 5 libraries worldwide Als de New Yorkse schrijver Eddy Morra, met writer's block, zich waagt aan een experimenteel medicijn dat mensen in staat stelt hun brein optimaal te benutten, belandt hij in een mentale achtbaan en raakt verstrikt in de netten van Oost-Europese criminelen.
The illusionist nichts ist, wie es scheint
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3 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in German and held by 5 libraries worldwide
L'illusionniste The illusionist
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 5 libraries worldwide
The illusionist : [screenplay
by Neil Burger
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4 editions published between 2004 and 2005 in English and held by 3 libraries worldwide The acclaimed illusionist Eisenheim has not only captured the imaginations of all of Vienna, but also the interest of the ambitious Crown Prince Leopold. When Leopold's new fiancée rekindles a childhood fascination with Eisenheim, the Prince's interest evolves into obsession. Suddenly the city's Chief Inspector finds himself investigating a shocking crime. But even as the Inspector engages him in a dramatic challenge of wills, Eisenheim prepares for the most impressive illusion yet.
The illusionist L'lllusionniste
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1 edition published in 2009 in English and held by 3 libraries worldwide Acclaimed illusionist Eisenheim captures the imaginations of all of Vienna, including Prince Leopold, who becomes obsessed with the illusionist after his fiancee rekindles a childhood fascination with Eisenheim.
El ilusionista The illusionist
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3 editions published between 2006 and 2009 in Multiple languages and English and held by 2 libraries worldwide En la Viena de 1900, el misterioso Eisenheim cautiva al público con sus espectáculos de magia e ilusionismo. Sus poderes sobrenaturales llegan a los oídos del príncipe heredero Leopold, un hombre pragmático que acude a su espectáculo con incredulidad, acompañado de su prometida, la bella y sofisticada Sophie. Sospechando un fraude por parte de Eisenheim, el príncipe encarga al perspicaz inspector de policía Uhl que le vigile de cerca.
El ilusionista
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3 editions published in 2007 in English and Multiple languages and held by 2 libraries worldwide
The return : [screenplay
by Neil Burger
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2 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in English and held by 2 libraries worldwide
El ilusionista nada es lo que parece = The illusionist
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2 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 2 libraries worldwide Un apasionante drama de misterio y romance que cuenta las odiseas que vive un carismático ilusionista, cuando después de sorprender a todos con sus impresionantes trucos, desata la furia del príncipe al disputarle a la mujer amada. Perseguido y satanizado, el ilusionista tendrá que hacer que su magia se convierta en realidad con tal de vencer a sus poderosos enemigos y defender el verdadero amor.
The illusionist L'illusionniste
by Neil Burger
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 1 library worldwide
The illusionist music by Phillip Glass from the film
by Philip Glass
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1 edition published in 2006 in Undetermined and held by 1 library worldwide
Limitless 逆天潛能
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1 edition published in 2011 in English and held by 1 library worldwide Aspiring author Eddie Morra (Bradley Cooper) is an unsuccessful writer, but his life changes instantly when an old friend introduces him to NZT - an untested drug that allows him to tap his full potential. Eddie becomes a perfect version of himself. He can even learn any language in a day! Soon Eddie takes Wall Street by storm, parlaying a small stake into millions. His accomplishments catch the eye of mega-mogul Carl Van Loon (Robert De Niro). But this also bring Eddie to the attention of people willing to do anything to get their hands on his stash of NZT and the police! With his life in jeopardy and the drug's brutal side effects taking their toll that threaten Eddie's new life.
The illusionist DVD 171 & DVD 394
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 1 library worldwide A magician falls in love with the crown prince's fiancee leading to obsession and crime. more
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