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British wit through decades of The Times letters.
If British humor and historical musings are your cup of tea, "The First Cuckoo" could offer you a charming journey through the eyes of "The Times" letter writers. It's a compilation that not only entertains but also reflects the changing times and moods of the 20th-century Britain. Each letter is a bite-sized glimpse into public opinion and personal wit of the era.
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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ISBN: 9780048080400
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Author: Kenneth Gregory
Publisher: Collins Educational
Publication Date: 1983
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British wit through decades of The Times letters.
If British humor and historical musings are your cup of tea, "The First Cuckoo" could offer you a charming journey through the eyes of "The Times" letter writers. It's a compilation that not only entertains but also reflects the changing times and moods of the 20th-century Britain. Each letter is a bite-sized glimpse into public opinion and personal wit of the era.
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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