--- product_id: 369515463 title: "Piranesi ( Certified Reading)" price: "₹ 700" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/369515463-piranesi-certified-reading store_origin: IN region: India --- # Piranesi ( Certified Reading) **Price:** ₹ 700 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Piranesi ( Certified Reading) - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 700 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/369515463-piranesi-certified-reading) ## 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 From the Publisher Review: A must buy book - At first glance, ‘Piranesi’ appears to be Clarke’s interpretation of the ‘Minotaur and the Labyrinth’ -- the Classical tale of a mythical minotaur who dwelled at the center of an infinite maze-like structure -- but this simplistic description only goes so far as the synopsis on the dust jacket. Because ‘Piranesi’ is so much more than just another creative retelling. From the very first page, it becomes clear that our titular character is a scholar: a man of reason, a meticulous chronicler, and the grateful inhabitant of an expansive, labyrinthine building he simply refers to as “the House”, with a capital H. Piranesi, we learn, is suffering from memory loss. Piranesi has what might be called plot amnesia—he doesn’t remember who he is or any of the important events that brought him to his present self. In plot amnesia stories, the main character starts off in the same position as the reader: neither knows their past, their purpose, or their world. They set off together on the adventure to learn who they are and what they’ve been. Piranesi is in the House, as you are in the book, and he wanders through it to learn his own identity just as you do. Clarke deftly weaves together highbrow and lowbrow so Piranesi as the reader is both symbol and story. Twice a week, for 1 hour only, he has an appointment with the man known as the Other. The Other is always dressed smartly, while Piranesi is dressed in the rags that remain of the clothes he must have worn when he arrived at the House. Piranesi dresses his hair with seashells and seaweed. Piranesi does not know where the Other comes from or goes outside these two weekly appointments, but believes, at least in the beginning, the Other to also live in the House. And so ... this simple life carries on ... until there are messages left for Piranesi from an intruder and signs of an intruder's presence. The Other warns the young man that the new presence is a mortal danger to him. This novel was surely a delight. It had strong elements which were woven together by Clarke’s prose to come up with a lush tapestry. The worldbuilding was fascinating. The suspense was gripping. The conclusion was subpar but it was nevertheless an insightful read. It may be mind-boggling at points but Piranesi is a riveting tale that also ironically captures our recent plight. Review: Book review - At first, the book was confusing and I had no idea what the heck was going on but then as it moved on I was engaged. The narrator, Piranesi, is a mystery and so following his journals seems like a riddle in itself. The world is described beautifully and to imagine it while reading is a delight and with a companion like Piranesi explaining along the way the experience becomes more wonderful. You can’t get caught up with the whys and hows of this world and its mysteries as it would take away the joy of enjoying the moment. As the story unfolds and we get answers there is a sudden pull towards reality and we are brought back to it. However, the ending brings us back to the wonderful place leaving us in awe. Clarke is an amazing storyteller, drawing you in and out whenever she wants to. And the thoughtfulness is prominent in the radiant writing. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,880 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #34 in Fantasy (Books) #43 in Action & Adventure (Books) #103 in Contemporary Fiction (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 41,894 Reviews | ## Images ![Piranesi ( Certified Reading) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81PxxndcG4L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must buy book *by ₹***Y on 21 October 2021* At first glance, ‘Piranesi’ appears to be Clarke’s interpretation of the ‘Minotaur and the Labyrinth’ -- the Classical tale of a mythical minotaur who dwelled at the center of an infinite maze-like structure -- but this simplistic description only goes so far as the synopsis on the dust jacket. Because ‘Piranesi’ is so much more than just another creative retelling. From the very first page, it becomes clear that our titular character is a scholar: a man of reason, a meticulous chronicler, and the grateful inhabitant of an expansive, labyrinthine building he simply refers to as “the House”, with a capital H. Piranesi, we learn, is suffering from memory loss. Piranesi has what might be called plot amnesia—he doesn’t remember who he is or any of the important events that brought him to his present self. In plot amnesia stories, the main character starts off in the same position as the reader: neither knows their past, their purpose, or their world. They set off together on the adventure to learn who they are and what they’ve been. Piranesi is in the House, as you are in the book, and he wanders through it to learn his own identity just as you do. Clarke deftly weaves together highbrow and lowbrow so Piranesi as the reader is both symbol and story. Twice a week, for 1 hour only, he has an appointment with the man known as the Other. The Other is always dressed smartly, while Piranesi is dressed in the rags that remain of the clothes he must have worn when he arrived at the House. Piranesi dresses his hair with seashells and seaweed. Piranesi does not know where the Other comes from or goes outside these two weekly appointments, but believes, at least in the beginning, the Other to also live in the House. And so ... this simple life carries on ... until there are messages left for Piranesi from an intruder and signs of an intruder's presence. The Other warns the young man that the new presence is a mortal danger to him. This novel was surely a delight. It had strong elements which were woven together by Clarke’s prose to come up with a lush tapestry. The worldbuilding was fascinating. The suspense was gripping. The conclusion was subpar but it was nevertheless an insightful read. It may be mind-boggling at points but Piranesi is a riveting tale that also ironically captures our recent plight. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Book review *by A***I on 23 October 2024* At first, the book was confusing and I had no idea what the heck was going on but then as it moved on I was engaged. The narrator, Piranesi, is a mystery and so following his journals seems like a riddle in itself. The world is described beautifully and to imagine it while reading is a delight and with a companion like Piranesi explaining along the way the experience becomes more wonderful. You can’t get caught up with the whys and hows of this world and its mysteries as it would take away the joy of enjoying the moment. As the story unfolds and we get answers there is a sudden pull towards reality and we are brought back to it. However, the ending brings us back to the wonderful place leaving us in awe. Clarke is an amazing storyteller, drawing you in and out whenever she wants to. And the thoughtfulness is prominent in the radiant writing. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing read *by A***I on 23 May 2024* I started this and completed it in one sitting. It starts off a bit too descriptive. But as I got familiar with the journaling style, it picked up the pace. The lead character is very well written. He is smart, resourceful, curious and a hard worker. He calls himself a scientist and enjoys observing, recording and analysing everything around him. He is also optimistic to a fault, but I found that charming. I'm ignoring other locations and characters in the book because I believe one should learn about them in the way the author envisioned. The book is short and is entirely made up of journal entries, which makes it a swift read. I enjoyed the ending quite a bit as it connects everything and answers all questions in a way that works in this universe. ## Frequently Bought Together - Piranesi - Project Hail Mary: A Novel - The Will of the Many (1) (Hierarchy) --- ## 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.in/products/369515463-piranesi-certified-reading](https://www.desertcart.in/products/369515463-piranesi-certified-reading) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*