Who recommends it
- Steve BakerInterview
Birdsong by Sebastian Faulks. I have read all his books, and this one stands out for me, along with On Green Dolphin Street, which had me calling out loud to the main character as I read the last few pages, imploring him to change his mind.
- The Best Historical Fiction BooksReading list
Set during WW1 this book follows a young Englishman as he assumes a position as an officer. The reason I love this book is not necessarily because of the plot, but more because of the writing. There is a scene, for example, describing former British miners as they tunnel beneath no-mans-land. I would challenge anyone…
- Paul RussellInterview
Many of the best books that I have read have been sad and/or about difficult times and situations (e.g. Birdsong by Sebastian Faulks). I have enjoyed them but I am happy I am not in them. I suppose that the (harsh) humour of writers such as Kingsley Amis amuse me enough, without being too threatening, for me to be…
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