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Lady in the Van (Faber Plays)
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At a glance, Lady in the Van (Faber Plays) by Alan Bennett comes across as a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. From the listing, this copy runs 2001 • Faber & Faber Ltd • 96 pages, a decent clue for the kind of reading commitment it asks for.
Edition on file: 2001 • Faber & Faber Ltd • 96 pages • ISBN 9780571204717.
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What stands out here is the overall feel: Idea-led • Quick read.
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