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A novel in which an elderly writer with a block, surrounded by predatory friends and relations, seeks to escape, but his failure to do so and its aftermath lead to a violent climax. From the author of THE SEA, THE SEA and THE BELL.
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"Murdoch is at the height of her powers in this novel, combining a complex plot with a heartrending analysis of the meaning of love" (Good Book Guide)
"A source of wonder and delight...No summary can do justice to the rich intricacy of character and incident with which Miss Murdoch crowds every page" (Spectator)
"This is great Murdoch. It rings as clear as The Bell...her humour is all the more achingly funny because she keeps it on the edge of our vision" (Daily Mail)
"Iris Murdoch's marvellous, heroic novel...A gloriously rich tale" (The Times)
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It is witty and wise and provocative...brilliantly good' Evening Standard
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- PublisherChatto & Windus
- Publication date1973
- ISBN 10 0701119241
- ISBN 13 9780701119249
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number1
- Number of pages363
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The Black Prince
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