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The way of the writer

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Year 2016 Edition year
Pages 233 Mid-length read
Vibe Idea-led Weekend read

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At a glance, The way of the writer by Charles Johnson comes across as a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. The edition details point to 2016 • Scribner • 233 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.

Edition on file: 2016 • Scribner • 233 pages • ISBN 9781501147210.

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