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Six classic British books are considered with a fresh eye. In this series, presenters revisit original manuscripts and diaries of the authors themselves to reveal new insights into classic literature. Five Children And ItThe Secret Life Of Children's Books: 2. The Secret Life of Books Six classic British books are considered with a fresh eye. Frankenstein. There can hardly be a bigger question. Six classic British books are considered with a fresh eye. Great Expectations, Jane Eyre, and Great Expectations are just a few of the classic works of fiction that we all know and love. The Mill on the Floss on BBC 4 The Secret Life of Books Catch up, Series 2: 3.

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