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The Importance Of Being Seven
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
The Importance Of Being Seven
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Alexander McCall Smith
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Series | 44 Scotland Street |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:288 | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 130 |
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Category/Genre | Modern and contemporary fiction (post c 1945) |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780349123165
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Classifications | Dewey:823.92 |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Little, Brown Book Group
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Imprint |
Abacus
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Publication Date |
2 June 2011 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Despite inhabiting a great city renowned for its impeccable restraint, the extended family of 44 Scotland Street is trembling on the brink of reckless self-indulgence. Matthew and Elspeth receive startling - and expensive - news on a visit to the Infirmary, Angus and Domenica are contemplating an Italian menage a trois, and even Big Lou is overheard discussing cosmetic surgery. But when Bertie Pollock - six years old and impatient to be seven - mislays his meddling mother Irene one afternoon, a valuable lesson is learned: that wish-fulfilment is a dangerous business. Warm-hearted, wise and very funny, The Importance of Being Seven brings us a fresh and delightful set of insights into philosophy and fraternity among Edinburgh's most loveable residents.
Author Biography
Following a distinguished career as a Professor of Medical Law, Alexander McCall Smith has turned to writing full-time. He is the author of over sixty books on a wide array of subjects, and his books have been translated into forty-five languages. He lives in Edinburgh with his wife.
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