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The Cleverness Of Ladies

Pages
131
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

Alexander McCall Smith presents five short stories celebrating the wit and resilience of women across the globe. From Mma Ramotswe solving a football mystery in Botswana to a shop-keeper facing her husband's disloyalty in Italy, these tales focus on how common sense and kindness overcome life's hurdles. It is a gentle collection that highlights the quiet strength found in everyday moments.

About the author

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Alexander McCall Smith

Alexander McCall Smith, often referred to as ‘Sandy’, is one of the world’s most prolific and best-loved authors. For many years he was a professor of Medical Law and worked in universities in the UK and abroad before turning his hand to writing fiction. He has written and contributed to more than 100 books including specialist academic titles, short story collections, and a number of immensely popular children’s books. His first book, The White Hippo—a children’s book, was published by Hamish...

Characters

Precious RamotsweProtagonist
GeorginaProtagonist
FabriziaProtagonist
LaProtagonist
All characters in The Cleverness Of Ladies