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Originally Posted by CRussel
For me, the Murakami book is both too expensive and too long, especially when it doesn't grab me. I haven't decided which of the other books will get my vote, but almost certainly not the Mary Roach. One was enough.
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There's a reason for the book's length, and it's to be found on
this Goodreads page:
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Three books in one volume: The Thieving Magpie, Bird as Prophet, The Birdcatcher. This translation by Jay Rubin is in collaboration with the author.
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I'm sure it would be interesting, as he's a great author, but it will be a challenge if it wins.