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#200: Frederick Forsyth, novelist

Always Take Notes

CHAPTER

The Journey of 'The Day of the Jackal'

This chapter explores the intriguing background and creative process behind the writing of the iconic novel 'The Day of the Jackal'. The author reflects on their challenging circumstances that catalyzed their writing, recounts the swift completion of the manuscript, and discusses the serendipitous journey to publication. The narrative captures the excitement of early success and the meticulous attention to detail that shaped the story's development and its adaptations.

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