Douglas Stuart's favorite tweed and Yann Martel considers the Iliad

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On the latest episode of So Many Books, Douglas Stuart discusses his latest novel "John of John." He also explains how his background in textiles and weaving informs his writing process. Plus, Yann Martel considers the Iliad and the myths behind the Trojan War. He also reads a passage from his new novel "Son of Nobody"Find these titles and more at www.politics-prose.comMusic: "Balkan Jingle" by Tjalle

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