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The Practice of Writing
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Strong option when you want a more concrete fit signal than lookalikes. Smart choice if you want a clearer sense of what the book actually delivers.
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Summary
At a glance, The Practice of Writing by David Lodge comes across as a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. This edition lists 1997 • Penguin Group USA • 340 pages, which gives you a quick sense of scope and pace.
Edition on file: 1997 • Penguin Group USA • 340 pages • ISBN 9780140261066.
Why this book now
Worth a look if you want a backlist title that still has a clear identity and use case.
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Reading commitment
Balanced Moderate time
Balanced commitment. Enough room to develop without feeling like a marathon.
What stands out here
The clearest standout is the reading lane it sits in: Idea-led • Weekend read.
Best way to approach it
Best approached in a couple of steady sittings rather than in constant tiny fragments.
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Expect a reading experience that should show its character pretty quickly once you start. That usually makes for a mid-length read that should balance momentum with detail. It also has the feel of a backlist title rather than a brand-new release.
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