The Rough Guide to Classic Novels by Simon Mason

The Rough Guide to Classic Novels by Simon Mason

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Giving you the lowdown on the best fiction ever written, this work covers over 230 of the world's greatest novels, from "Quixote" (1614) to "Snow" (2002), with information about their plots and their authors. It also includes feature boxes on experimental novels, female novelists, and short reviews of interesting film and TV adaptations.

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The Rough Guide to Classic Novels by Simon Mason

Get the lowdown on the best fiction ever written. Over 230 of the world’s greatest novels are covered, from Quixote (1614) to Orhan Pamuk’s Snow (2002), with fascinating information about their plots and their authors – and suggestions for what to read next. The guide comes complete with recommendations of the best editions and translations for every genre from the most enticing crime and punishment to love, sex, heroes and anti-heroes, not to mention all the classics of comedy and satire, horror and mystery and many other literary genres. With feature boxes on experimental novels, female novelists, short reviews of interesting film and TV adaptations, and information on how the novel began, this guide will point you to all the classic literature you’ll ever need.
Simon Mason is a writer of adult and children's fiction and a passionate reader of classic novels
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ISBN 13 9781843535164
ISBN 10 1843535165
Title The Rough Guide to Classic Novels
Author Simon Mason
Series Rough Guide Reference Ser
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher APA Publications
Year published 2008-05-01
Number of pages 384
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.