--- product_id: 198923269 title: "The Madman's Library: The Greatest Curiosities of Literature" price: "43347CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/198923269-the-madmans-library-the-greatest-curiosities-of-literature store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # The Madman's Library: The Greatest Curiosities of Literature **Price:** 43347CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Madman's Library: The Greatest Curiosities of Literature - **How much does it cost?** 43347CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/198923269-the-madmans-library-the-greatest-curiosities-of-literature) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description * BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK * 'Anybody who loves the printed word will be bowled over by this amusing, erudite, beautiful book about books. It is in every way a triumph. One of the loveliest books to have been published for many, many years' Alexander McCall Smith 'Quite simply the best gift for any book lover this year, or perhaps ever' Lucy Atkins, Sunday Times Literary Book of the Year 'An utterly joyous journey into the deepest eccentricities of the human mind… The most cheering, fascinating book I’ve read for ages' Guardian From the author of the critically acclaimed and globally successful The Phantom Atlas , The Golden Atlas and The Sky Atlas comes a stunning new work. The Madman’s Library is a unique, beautifully illustrated journey through the entire history of literature, delving into its darkest territories to hunt down the very strangest books ever written, and uncover the fascinating stories behind their creation. This is a madman’s library of eccentric and extraordinary volumes from around the world, many of which have been completely forgotten. Books written in blood and books that kill, books of the insane and books that hoaxed the globe, books invisible to the naked eye and books so long they could destroy the Universe, books worn into battle, books of code and cypher whose secrets remain undiscovered… and a few others that are just plain weird. From the 605-page Qur'an written in the blood of Saddam Hussein , through the gorgeously decorated 15th-century lawsuit filed by the Devil against Jesus, to the lost art of binding books with human skin, every strand of strangeness imaginable (and many inconceivable) has been unearthed and bound together for a unique and richly illustrated collection ideal for every book-lover . Review: Fantastic read - Wanted this book for a while, some very interesting stories and knowledgeable author Review: A REAL FIND - I read a review of this book in an Oldie Magazine and bought a copy on impulse. It is well written and beatifully illustrated. Obviously the result of years of research and it was well worth it. The facts throughout the book are facinating, I cannot recommend it more highly in fact I have now bought a second copy to give as a Christmas Present to a friend of ours. Best value for money I have ever spent. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 169,491 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 3,979 in World History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,045 Reviews | ## Images ![The Madman's Library: The Greatest Curiosities of Literature - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91n7OPUZbVL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic read *by A***I on 6 February 2026* Wanted this book for a while, some very interesting stories and knowledgeable author ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A REAL FIND *by M***S on 13 December 2020* I read a review of this book in an Oldie Magazine and bought a copy on impulse. It is well written and beatifully illustrated. Obviously the result of years of research and it was well worth it. The facts throughout the book are facinating, I cannot recommend it more highly in fact I have now bought a second copy to give as a Christmas Present to a friend of ours. Best value for money I have ever spent. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoyable *by M***A on 8 August 2025* Enjoyed book ## Frequently Bought Together - Simon & Schuster The Madman's Library: The Greatest Curiosities of Literature - The Madman's Gallery: The Strangest Paintings, Sculptures and Other Curiosities From the History of Art - Simon & Schuster Ltd The Phantom Atlas: Greatest Myths, Lies and Blunders on Maps --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/198923269-the-madmans-library-the-greatest-curiosities-of-literature](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/198923269-the-madmans-library-the-greatest-curiosities-of-literature) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-23*