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Bartholomew Fair (New Mermaids)

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Year 2007 Edition year
Pages 224 Mid-length read
Vibe Creative Weekend read

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Bartholomew Fair (New Mermaids) by Ben Johnson is cataloged here as a creative or cultural title with room for interpretation and craft. Edition metadata currently lists 2007 • Methuen Drama • 224 pages, which is useful for judging scope and pace.

Edition on file: 2007 • Methuen Drama • 224 pages • ISBN 9780713635317.

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What stands out here is the overall feel: Creative • Weekend read.

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Bartholomew Fair (New Mermaids) by Ben Johnson comes across as a steady creative or cultural read for readers who enjoy craft and interpretation.

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