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Let's put the future behind us

by Jack Womack

Set in post-Soviet Russia, this satirical novel follows a successful Moscow businessman whose company specialises in falsifying historical documents. When offered an irresistible but risky venture, he must manoeuvre through dangerous mafias and complex personal relationships.

Accession 33923 ISBN 0871136279 Publisher Atlantic Monthly Press
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