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1996) was hailed by Susan Sontag as an "astonishing masterpiece perfect while being unlike any book one has ever read

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although we are never sure if what we've read is just a joke

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Four Points of the Compass: The Unexpected History of Direction Letters & Diaries 1996) was hailed by SusanTitle: Four Points of the Compass: The Unexpected History of Direction Author: Jerry Brotton ISBN: 9780802163684 Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Press Published: 2024 Binding: Hardcover Language: English Condition Note: Excellent, unmarked copy with little wear and tight binding. We ship in recyclable American made mailers. 100% money back guarantee on all orders. Publisher Description: From the New York Times bestselling author of A History of the World