Literary intrigue inspired by a true hoax.
If the tale of a grand literary deception piques your interest, "My Life as a Fake" might just be your next great read. Peter Carey weaves a spellbinding narrative, incorporating a blend of fact and fiction that echoes through the world of literature and beyond. It's a fascinating exploration of authorship and authenticity that keeps you questioning what's real long after you turn the last page.
- Kiriyama Prize Nominee for Fiction (2004)
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ISBN: 9780571216215
Authors:
Peter Carey
Publisher: Faber and Faber
Date of Publication: 2004-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.39
(rated by 3561 readers)
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Literary intrigue inspired by a true hoax.
If the tale of a grand literary deception piques your interest, "My Life as a Fake" might just be your next great read. Peter Carey weaves a spellbinding narrative, incorporating a blend of fact and fiction that echoes through the world of literature and beyond. It's a fascinating exploration of authorship and authenticity that keeps you questioning what's real long after you turn the last page.
- Kiriyama Prize Nominee for Fiction (2004)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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