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'I won't mince words. Read it and talk about it. A very smart (and funny) book.' -- John Sutherland 'Entertaining' -- Peggy Hughes, Scotsman 'Fascinating' -- Dales Life
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Ever wondered how some people seem to have an opinion on every book ever published? Nowadays, there are so many books: how can anyone be well read anymore? Well, help is at hand. Let Henry Hitchings educate you in the invaluable skill of literary bluffing in this survivor's guide to talking about books you haven't read. With tips on how to bluff with confidence using quotable insights and invaluable trivia, Henry Hitchings covers all the great books you ought to have read but haven't got round to yet. If you want to be able to hold your own in a debate about Stephen Hawking or Philip Roth or perhaps you find Shakespeare or Dostoevsky intimidating, then look no further. Including literary heavyweights such as Ulysses, Bleak House and War and Peace this guide will equip you with all the bookish information you need to bluff your way through any scenario, be it a vital exam, an in-depth conversation at the pub or chatting up the potential love of your life. Contents includes, Jane Austen, Shakespeare, Henry James, James Joyce, Proust, Homer, Virgil, Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Dickens, various contemporary writers, the Bible, the Koran, fairy tales, select bestsellers and some poetry.
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Amusing and well crafted use of English, with entertainment value and something to take away and have fun with when you apply it.
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how to talk about books you havnt read
5 Aug 2010
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Fantastic. I have many many books in my study.Some read and reread again.Some started and left after few pages .But look of unread books cause anxiety.After reading this book I realise I am not the only one to do this and suffer agony of not having read what I bought. Hence I recommend read this
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