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A Few Short Notes on Tropical Butterflies : Stories
A Few Short Notes on Tropical Butterflies Stories
Author: John Murray
These vivid and compelling tales, many set in Africa and Asia, are about immigrants and others facing change and dislocation. The science is never pedantic; indeed the language of biology and natural history is used to great lyrical effect. The stories are accomplished and seasoned, remarkably so given that this is the author’s first book. ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780060509293
ISBN-10: 0060509295
Publication Date: 1/2004
Pages: 288
Rating:
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
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3.7 stars, based on 3 ratings
Publisher: Perennial
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 0
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There are certain commonalities in these stories - the main characters are nearly always doctors, many stories take place in India or Africa and several involve humanitarian work with Medecins Sans Frontieres or similar organizations. Yet the feel of the stories is quite varied - they are at times sad, eerie, nostalgic, sweet, touching.
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