J (novel)

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J
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Author Howard Jacobson
LanguageEnglish
Publisher Jonathan Cape
Publication date
14 Aug 2014
Media typeHardcover
Pages326
ISBN 978-0-2241-0197-4

J is a 2014 novel by Howard Jacobson. [1] It was shortlisted for the 2014 Man Booker Prize. [2]

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References

  1. "J by Howard Jacobson review – the British dystopian novel of our time?". the Guardian. 21 August 2014. Retrieved 19 January 2023.
  2. "J". The Man Booker Prize. Retrieved 28 April 2015.