A History of the Novel in Britain

by Philip Hensher

A History of the Novel in Britain Philip Hensher

Reception

2026
The Guardian
Reviewed, 12 August
2026
Literary Review
Reviewed by Nicholas Dames, 1 October

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Literary Review · 1 October 2026

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The Guardian · 12 August 2026

A History of the Novel in Britain by Philip Hensher review – a masterpiece of criticism

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About the author

Philip Hensher, born 1965, United Kingdom.

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