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Howard Jacobson reads from his novel J
The author in session at the 2015 Edinburgh International Book Festival
  1. Howard Jacobson reads from his novel J
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    Howard Jacobson reads from his novel J
  2. Poetry Slam Grand Final: Scott Tyrrell
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    Poetry Slam Grand Final: Scott Tyrrell
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