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178 pages : illustrations. First published: 1973. Now a major motion picture starring Jack Black & Cate Blanchett. Sequel: The figure in the shadows. Summary: Orphaned Lewis Barnavelt comes to live with his Uncle Jonathan and quickly learns that both his uncle and his next-door neighbour are witches on a quest to discover the terrifying clock ticking within the walls of Jonathan's house. Can the three of them save the world from certain destruction? Lewis Barnavelt mysteries ; 1