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The Purple Swamp Hen and Other Stories
The Purple Swamp Hen and Other Stories
Author: Penelope Lively
A glimmering collection of new short fiction from the Booker Prize winner. — ?Lively writes with an astringent blend of sympathy and detachment, emotional wisdom and satiric wit.? ?Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times — In such acclaimed novels as The Photograph, Family Album, and How It All Began, Penelope Lively has captivated readers with her s...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780241281147
ISBN-10: 0241281148
Edition: 1st Edition
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Publisher: PENGUIN GROUP
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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I always enjoy reading Penelope Lively books. These short stories give us a deep look into relationships, lifestyles, and asks the proverbial "What if?" questions. Yes, it's sometimes difficult to understand the British humor or references but that's part of the charm of reading her works.