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Quote by Philip Pullman

“Do not lie to the Scholar.”

Quote by Philip Pullman

Book:The subtle knife

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The subtle knife

In this fantasy novel, a young protagonist embarks on a journey through multiple dimensions in search of a missing child, encountering magical creatures and navigating the intricacies of parallel worlds. more

Author

Philip Pullman is a British film writer known for his adaptations of literary works. Born in October 1946, he is a prolific writer who has adapted several renowned novels into film scripts. more

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Book:The subtle knife

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