From a Far and Lovely Country by Alexander Mccall Smith
The twenty-fourth book in the multi-million copy bestselling and perennially adored No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series.
An escape from life's woes as well as a suggestion for how to make the whole deal more palatable - fragility, fruit cake, and all * Boston Globe *
One of the most reliably entertaining cosy series running, soothingly returning readers to the tiny Botswana office of Mma Precious Ramotswe.. a comic novel, enlivened by Precious' reflections, Grace's jockeying for status and part-time mechanic and apprentice detective Charlie's struggles to overcome his unreliability. A total delight * Booklist, Starred Review *
The most fabulous celebration of kindness and wisdom awaits... At once gentle and affectionate while also beautifully witty and thought-provoking * LoveReading *
One of the secrets of McCall Smith's success with this series is the consistency with which he dispenses his quiet charm, and From a Far and Lovely Country is no exception... hilarious and heartwarming * Scottish Field *
Smith consistently finds ways to move the books forward and keep them fresh... A reminder to appreciate the people and places we love * Star Tribune *
One of the most reliably entertaining cosy series running, soothingly returning readers to the tiny Botswana office of Mma Precious Ramotswe.. a comic novel, enlivened by Precious' reflections, Grace's jockeying for status and part-time mechanic and apprentice detective Charlie's struggles to overcome his unreliability. A total delight * Booklist, Starred Review *
The most fabulous celebration of kindness and wisdom awaits... At once gentle and affectionate while also beautifully witty and thought-provoking * LoveReading *
One of the secrets of McCall Smith's success with this series is the consistency with which he dispenses his quiet charm, and From a Far and Lovely Country is no exception... hilarious and heartwarming * Scottish Field *
Smith consistently finds ways to move the books forward and keep them fresh... A reminder to appreciate the people and places we love * Star Tribune *
Alexander McCall Smith is the author of over one hundred books on a wide array of subjects, including the award-winning The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. He is also the author of the Isabel Dalhousie novels and the world's longest-running serial novel, 44 Scotland Street. His books have been translated into forty-six languages. Alexander McCall Smith is Professor Emeritus of Medical Law at the University of Edinburgh and holds honorary doctorates from thirteen universities. He was knighted by the King in 2024.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780349145938 |
| ISBN 10 | 0349145938 |
| Title | From a Far and Lovely Country |
| Author | Alexander Mccall Smith |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Year published | 2023-09-07 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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