The Alchemaster's Apprentice - (Zamonia) by Walter Moers (Paperback)

About the Book

Moers presents the fourth relentless, whimsical ("Library Journal") comic fantasy set in the mythical land of Zamonia.

Book Synopsis

​Step into the whimsical and darkly enchanting world of Zamonia with The Alchemaster's Apprentice. This fantastical tale by Walter Moers, acclaimed for his imaginative storytelling, follows the adventures of Echo, a talking Crat with extraordinary abilities.

Filled with Moers's signature blend of humor, horror, and heart, The Alchemaster's Apprentice is a culinary fairy tale that explores themes of survival, friendship, and the power of cleverness.

Perfect for fans of J.K. Rowling, Douglas Adams, and Shel Silverstein, this novel will captivate readers with its richly detailed world and unforgettable characters.

In the least healthy town of Malaisea, Echo faces starvation after the death of his owner. Desperate, he strikes a perilous deal with Ghoolion, the sinister Alchemaster. Ghoolion promises to fatten Echo up for a month, only to claim his life and use his fat for alchemical experiments.

As the full moon approaches, Echo must outwit the Alchemaster with the help of quirky allies, including a one-eyed owl and the last Uggly in town.

Enjoy Walter Moers's Zamonia Series:

• The 13 1/2 Lives of Captain Blue Bear
• Rumo & His Miraculous Adventures
• The City of Dreaming Books
• The Alchemaster's Apprentice
• The Labyrinth of Dreaming Books

Review Quotes

Praise for Walter Moers
"Incredible level of imagination, stunning artwork, twisted, wild, brutally humorous Moers as a storyteller is a true original, a one-off whose sensibility and talent cannot be duplicated. Absolutely magnificent."
-Jeff VanderMeer for "Omnivoracious"
"Equal parts J.K. Rowling, Douglas Adams, and Shel Silverstein."
-"Washington Post"
"This is a children's book for adults who want to remember the joy of youth, but want more complexity."
-"Philadelphia Weekly"
"Cheerfully insane. Remains lively and inventive right through the final heroic battle between good and evil."
-"The New York Times Book Review"
"Moers's great strength, as evidenced by the multitude of characters he presents, is his creativity. Less a text and more an imagination on paper."
-"Philadelphia Enquirer"
"A yarn of drollery, deeper meaning and sheer lunacy."
-"Rolling Stone"

Praise for Walter Moers

"Incredible level of imagination, stunning artwork, twisted, wild, brutally humorous Moers as a storyteller is a true original, a one-off whose sensibility and talent cannot be duplicated. Absolutely magnificent."
-Jeff VanderMeer for "Omnivoracious"

"Equal parts J.K. Rowling, Douglas Adams, and Shel Silverstein."
-"Washington Post"

"This is a children's book for adults who want to remember the joy of youth, but want more complexity."
-"Philadelphia Weekly"

"Cheerfully insane. Remains lively and inventive right through the final heroic battle between good and evil."
-"The New York Times Book Review"

"Moers's great strength, as evidenced by the multitude of characters he presents, is his creativity. Less a text and more an imagination on paper."
-"Philadelphia Enquirer"

"A yarn of drollery, deeper meaning and sheer lunacy."
-"Rolling Stone"

About the Author

Walter Moers was born in 1957 and is a writer, cartoonist, painter, and sculptor. The world of Zamonia that he created is currently being adapted for the screen. He lives in Hamburg, Germany.