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Clare clarks critically acclaimed the great stink reeks of talent as it vividly brings to life the dark and mysterious. Its an historical novel set in london during the industrial surge of the 1850s, and revolves around the tragic figure of william may, a civil engineer with the metropolitan board of works. The great stink by clare clark, unknown edition, alice is resigned to life as the parish spinster, but the war will bring her friendships and passion she could never have foreseen. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The great stink is one of those books that immediately grabbed my attention.
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