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Less than one : selected essays

by Joseph Brodsky

This collection of essays examines the work of prominent writers alongside reflections on tyranny, evil, and childhood memories of Leningrad. The text explores the nuances of language, identity, and culture.

Accession 17576 ISBN 9780141196510 Publisher Penguin
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