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Measuring the World by Daniel Kehlman

Written in 2005 by the German author Daniel Kehlman, Measuring the World was not translated into English until 2006, meaning that English language readers were unable to appreciate this fine piece of writing until late that year. Measuring the world … Continue reading

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The Ascent of Rum Doodle by W. E. Bowman

W. E. Bowman’s ‘The Ascent of Rum Doodle’ resides in that strange category of books which could be described as literature you’ve never heard of but which instantly becomes one of your favourite reads. It’s a comedy, as you might … Continue reading

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