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Prophet Song
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by Paul Lynch (Goodreads Author)
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William2 William2 said: " Propulsive.

Too canny.

Is it also prescient?

The future is uncertain
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Inventing Japan: ...
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William2 William2 said: " A very snappy review of the essence of modern Japan. A good introduction or primer. "

 
Culture and Imper...
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William2 William2 said: " This is a book to be pondered. Its core is post-colonial politics and comparative literature. It is intellectually dense and calls out for ongoing consideration while reading. Author Said was no stylist, but a very brilliant man whose grasp of a vast ...more "

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