SKU: 13579242263

Quicksilver: Volume One of the Baroque Cycle

$16.82 $18.69
Save 10%
No.2 Bestseller on mediwheels.co.za >

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 13 - Jul 18

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Quicksilver: Volume One of the Baroque CycleQuicksilver is the story of Daniel Waterhouse, fearless thinker and conflicted Puritan, pursuing knowledge in the company of the greatest minds of Baroque era Europe, in a chaotic world where reason wars with the bloody ambitions of the mighty, and where catastrophe, natural or otherwise, can alter the political landscape overnight. It is a chronicle of the breathtaking exploits of Half Cocked Jack Shaftoe London street urchin turned swashbuckling

Quicksilver is the story of Daniel Waterhouse, fearless thinker and conflicted Puritan, pursuing knowledge in the company of the greatest minds of Baroque-era Europe, in a chaotic world where reason wars with the bloody ambitions of the mighty, and where catastrophe, natural or otherwise, can alter the political landscape overnight.

It is a chronicle of the breathtaking exploits of Half-Cocked Jack Shaftoe -- London street urchin turned swashbuckling adventurer and legendary King of the Vagabonds -- risking life and limb for fortune and love while slowly maddening from the pox.

And it is the tale of Eliza, rescued by Jack from a Turkish harem to become spy, confidante, and pawn of royals in order to reinvent Europe through the newborn power of finance.

A gloriously rich, entertaining, and endlessly inventive novel that brings a remarkable age and its momentous events to vivid life, Quicksilver is an extraordinary achievement from one of the most original and important literary talents of our time.

And it's just the beginning ...

--New York Times Book Review

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Published: 09/21/2004
ISBN: 9780060593087
Pages: 960
Weight: 1.73lbs
Size: 7.96h x 5.32w x 1.67d

Review Citations: New York Times 10/31/2004 pg. 26
Asimov's Science Fiction 02/01/2006 pg. 138
Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 13579242263

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.3 ★★★★★
Based on 508 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
R
R.T.
Draper, US
★★★★★ 5
No leaking!
Great for coffee bar. I’ve left coffee in one for two days and the cup did not leak or soften at the base. There is no odor and they don’t stick together when stacked. I am very pleased with these disposable cups.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025
J
Jaime Cantrell
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Quality Product
These paper cups are great for parties. They also are great for taking to the office and putting them in the break room.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2025
T
TruthBTold
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 3
GOOD FOR PICNICS AND PARTIES
This bulk package of 8 oz paper cups would be a good choice for parties, picnics, weddings, showers, or any other celebratory event. They are not too thick but they are also not too thin, but I’m not sure how they would hold up with hot liquids for extended periods of time. I would not use these for my coffee. But for regular parties with cold drinks, they would be ok. I do think the pack is over-priced.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
B
Big Bear
Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 5
Great for 8 oz cups, don't leak
This is a big pack of cups. The cups are sturdy paper, and they don’t crush easily when held in the hand. They don’t seem to be coated with wax, but they still endure quite well. I left a cup sitting out overnight with water in it, and it didn’t soak through or leak. That is just over 6 cents per cup. These are 8 ounce cups, which is a moderate size. If you were throwing a party for adults, they would need to get refills often. These are perfect size for kids. The cups come in 6 plastic sleeves, that are each closed with a twist tie. The plastic they are wrapped in is pretty sturdy, and won’t rip easily, unlike the plastic sleeves that some cups come in. It’s convenient that you can unwrap only what you need at a time. These cups are a reasonable price, currently priced at $19.99, on Amazon, for 300 cups, in July of 2024. That is just over 6 cents per cup. These are a good quality cup for a reasonable price, just keep in mind that the cups are pretty small for adults.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2024
N
Verified Purchase
Neri
Alexandria, US
★★★★★ 5
Sturdy & worth it
These plates are super sturdy and reliable! I’ve used them for parties and everyday meals, and they hold up really well—even with heavier or messy food. They don’t get soggy or bend easily, which is a huge plus. Makes cleanup so much easier without worrying about spills. Definitely a go-to for gatherings or busy days!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2026

recommand products

Amber Earrings – Golden Flame Drops
86.00
Rose Quartz Earrings – Blush Shell Studs
70.00
The Diaries of Sir Ernest Satow, 1921-1926 - Volume One (1921-1923)
55.00
Alice Steiner - Journey to America
46.60
Raw Black Obsidian with Polished Pendant Necklace – Bold Energy & Refined Touch
130.00