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    The Wizard of Light
    The Wizard of Light
    The Wizard of Light
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    The Wizard of Light

    By David Ely

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    When eccentric inventor Dr. Cyrus Browl embarks on a bizarre mission to copy famous paintings in museums around the world, the art world chuckles at his clumsy efforts. But when identical originals of those paintings mysteriously appear, threatening to destroy the value of priceless art collections, the laughter stops. Is Dr. Browl less feeble-minded than he seems? What is the secret behind his elaborate copying contraption? As masterpieces proliferate wildly, the art world joins forces to uncover the truth about the strange old Wizard of Light.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWildside Press
    Release dateFeb 17, 2024
    ISBN9781667631967
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