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Monthly Archives: January 2024

Now That’s What I Call Music Hall

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Now That’s What I Call Music Hall

Posted on 27 January 2024 by Alwyn Turner • 4 Comments

ALWYN TURNER likes Victorian and Edwardian music-hall songs. These are his favourite lyrics. Continue reading →

Imperial fiction: The Blue Talisman

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Imperial fiction: The Blue Talisman

Posted on 20 January 2024 by Alwyn Turner • Leave a comment

ALWYN TURNER reads an absurd but entertaining tale of Nigeria, London and, er, Atlantis. Continue reading →

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