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Becoming a Man: Half a Life Story (Perennial Classics)
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Becoming a Man: Half a Life Story (Perennial Classics) by Paul Monette is cataloged here as a focused backlist selection with a clear entry point for curious readers. Edition metadata currently lists 2004 • Perennial • 278 pages, which is useful for judging scope and pace.
Edition on file: 2004 • Perennial • 278 pages • ISBN 9780060595647.
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What stands out here is the overall feel: Idea-led • Weekend read.
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