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Imprint: BBC Books
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Published: 01/09/2011
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ISBN: 9781846079603
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Length: 384 Pages
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Dimensions: 198mm x 23mm x 126mm
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Weight: 260g
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RRP: £12.99
Ever since Robinson Crusoe in 1719, the novel has introduced British readers to truly unforgettable characters - people in whom we can find deeper understanding of our own lives. In this engaging and personal book, Sebastian Faulks examines and celebrates the most famous and best-loved of these dazzling fictional creations and their wider impact on British culture as a whole. From Sherlock Holmes and Mr Darcy to Emma Woodhouse and James Bond - this is the story of the heroes, lovers, snobs and villains in all of us.
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Imprint: BBC Books
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Published: 01/09/2011
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ISBN: 9781846079603
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Length: 384 Pages
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Dimensions: 198mm x 23mm x 126mm
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Weight: 260g
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RRP: £12.99
Reviews
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Faulks on Fiction is not intended as a formal history of the British novel, but it is much more worthwhile and enjoyable than any history of the novel I have read.
John Carey, The Sunday Times
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Faulks on Fiction is a fine reminder of why you love the characters you do; and it will serve as an introduction to new friends, too
Erica Wagner, The Times
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Faulks on Fiction revels in the creation of vital, unruly characters
Boyd Tonkin, The Independent
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Full of personal anecdotes and warm-blooded opinions.
Sam Leith, The Spectator
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It's like finding yourself transported into an intelligent debate about your favourite books... Superb.
London Evening Standard
