The Liar's Dictionary by Eley Williams
In a whimsical exploration of language and identity, this novel intertwines the lives of two lexicographers separated by a century. The narrative alternates between the late 19th century, where a disenchanted employee at Swansby's New Encyclopaedic Dictionary secretly inserts fictitious entries, and the present day, where a young intern is tasked with uncovering these "mountweazels." As both characters navigate personal and professional challenges, the story delves into themes of truth, deception, and the power of words, all while unraveling a mystery that connects their seemingly disparate worlds.
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- Published
- 2020
- Nationality
- British
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- Pages
- 288
- Original Language
- English
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