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Mesmeric fusion of Celtic myth and modern life.
Alexander McCall Smith transports you into a world where the line between myth and reality is as ephemeral as a dream itself. "Dream Angus" merges the fantastical with the everyday, offering a narrative that is both enchantingly mythical and profoundly human. It's a book for dreamers and lovers of lore, as well as those who appreciate tales that reflect on life’s deeper meanings.
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ISBN: 9781841959627
Authors:
Alexander McCall Smith
Publisher: Canongate Books Ltd
Date of Publication: 2007-06-07
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.26
(rated by 2526 readers)
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Alexander McCall Smith retells the myth of Dream Angus in this mesmerizing tale that weaves together the stories of the Celtic god and a Scottish scientist. Could they be one and the same? Find out in this intriguing exploration of dreams and reality. Sorry! Book description for this title is not available.
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Mesmeric fusion of Celtic myth and modern life.
Alexander McCall Smith transports you into a world where the line between myth and reality is as ephemeral as a dream itself. "Dream Angus" merges the fantastical with the everyday, offering a narrative that is both enchantingly mythical and profoundly human. It's a book for dreamers and lovers of lore, as well as those who appreciate tales that reflect on life’s deeper meanings.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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