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A Good Read: Dan Schreiber and Kathryn Hughes

Jun 7, 2024
Historian Kathryn Hughes and presenter Dan Schreiber recommend books including 'Flaubert's Parrot' and 'The KLF' to Harriett Gilbert. They discuss the intriguing stories behind these books and the themes they explore. Topics range from the life of Gustave Flaubert to the controversial actions of The KLF. Harriett's choice of 'Warlight' adds a mysterious post-war London setting to the mix.
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  • 'Flaubert's Parrot' challenges conventional biography styles with innovative narrative techniques.
  • 'The KLF: Chaos Magic and the Band Who Burned a Million Pounds' explores philosophical themes through the enigmatic band's story.

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