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'The number of the beast' / Robert A. Heinlein

by Robert A. Heinlein

This work functions as a guide to narrative fiction by contrasting common storytelling errors with successful techniques. It uses examples of flawed prose and dialogue alongside literary references that demonstrate effective writing and characterisation.

Accession 15576 ISBN 0450051277 Publisher New English Library
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