Brilliant Careers

The Virago Book of 20th Century Fiction

(Author) Ali Smith
Format: Paperback
Price: £9.99
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An extract from an international celebration charting the 20th century - stories of poverty and wealth, work and play, tales of changing environments - both urban and rural, in peace and wartime.

Information
Publisher:
Little, Brown Book Group
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781860498428
Publish year:
2000
Publish date:
Dec. 7, 2000

Ali Smith

Ali Smith is a Scottish author known for her innovative and experimental writing style. She is best known for her seasonal quartet of novels, which includes "Autumn," "Winter," "Spring," and "Summer." Smith's works often blend genres and incorporate elements of postmodernism, feminism, and social commentary. She has been praised for her lyrical prose, sharp wit, and ability to capture the complexities of contemporary life. Smith's contributions to literature have earned her numerous awards and accolades, solidifying her reputation as one of the most important voices in contemporary fiction. Her most famous work is often considered to be "How to be Both," which won the 2015 Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction and was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize.

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