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A light and flexible copy of House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski. Easy to carry for commute and class. Published by Pantheon.

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House of Leaves Paperback Book by Mark Z. Danielewski

Why pick the paperback for House of Leaves

Carry and comfort

  • Lighter in a backpack for commute and campus
  • Flexible pages for quick checks of footnotes
  • First copy for many readers and study groups

Reading flow

  • Fast page turns during note chains and cross links
  • Pairs well with tabs for motifs and references
  • Easy to hold while reviewing The Navidson Record passages

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Specs for the paperback edition

TitleHouse of Leaves
AuthorMark Z. Danielewski
PublisherPantheon
Edition2nd
Publication dateMarch 7, 2000
LanguageEnglish
Approx. lengthAbout 709 pages
Dimensions7 × 1.32 × 9.25 inches
WeightAbout 2.31 lb
ISBN-100375703764
ISBN-13978-0375703768
FormatPaperback
Ratings snapshot4.6 out of 5 based on many reader reviews
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Reading experience for House of Leaves

Meet Zampanò, Johnny Truant, Will Navidson, and Pelafina. The house on Ash Tree Lane contains impossible rooms and shifting distance. The story centers on a documentary called The Navidson Record. Themes include labyrinth and Minotaur, media and truth, home and intimacy, and unreliable narration.

  • Use two bookmarks for chained notes
  • Read appendices and exhibits soon after the main text
  • Tabs help track recurring motifs and cross links

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Paperback FAQ

Why pick paperback for House of Leaves?

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It weighs less and bends easily for quick footnote checks. Many first time readers start here. If you want a desk copy for long sessions, see the hardcover.

Does paperback handle complex layouts well?

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Yes. Flexible pages make note hopping fast. The hardcover is more stable on a desk. See the comparison.

Is paperback fine for book clubs and classes?

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Yes. It travels well and works with tabs. See the study and annotation guide.

How does paperback compare on weight and size?

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About 2.31 lb and 7 × 1.32 × 9.25 inches. Hardcover is about 2.65 lb and slightly larger. See the table.

What should I read after the main text?

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Appendices and exhibits, then The Whalestoe Letters. The order is on reading order.

Which themes should I track while I read?

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Labyrinth and Minotaur, media and truth, home and intimacy, unreliable narration. See themes and motifs.

Where can I find identifiers and care tips?

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See the collector guide for identifiers and storage advice.

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