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In Another Country: Selected Stories

by David Constantine
RM15.00 MYR
In Another Country: Selected Stories
In Another Country: Selected Stories

Poignant short fiction for reflective, curious readers

This collection suits readers who enjoy complete worlds in miniature. Its short form makes it easy to dip into between longer reads. Expect varied perspectives and stories that linger beyond the page.

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.

In Another Country: Selected Stories

by David Constantine
RM15.00 MYR
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ISBN: 9781905583768
Author: David Constantine
Publisher: Comma Press
Date of Publication: 2015-09-24
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Literature
Goodreads rating: 3.79
(rated by 326 readers)

Description

A collection of short stories.
 

Poignant short fiction for reflective, curious readers

This collection suits readers who enjoy complete worlds in miniature. Its short form makes it easy to dip into between longer reads. Expect varied perspectives and stories that linger beyond the page.

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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