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A cure for cancer

by Michael Moorcock

The second novel in the Jerry Cornelius tetralogy blends science fiction and thriller elements to explore themes of time and identity. This satirical work employs an elliptical style to offer observations on the nature of modern reality.

Accession 35977 ISBN 0850310261 Publisher Allison & Busby
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