{"product_id":"9781911717317","title":"Look Closer","description":"Author: Douglas-Fairhurst, Robert\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781911717317\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 17 Feb 2026\u003cbr\u003ePages: 352\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA joyful and enlightening masterclass in how reading attentively can change our lives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs an English literature professor, Robert Douglas-Fairhurst has delighted in sharing his love of reading with his students. Bringing together more than twenty years of teaching, \u003ci\u003eLook Closer\u003c\/i\u003e explores the iconic works of literature that have formed, sustained and entertained him, from timeless classics like \u003ci\u003eWuthering Heights\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003ePride and Prejudice\u003c\/i\u003e to modern masterpieces such as \u003ci\u003eNormal People\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Handmaid's Tale\u003c\/i\u003e, as well as children's books, poetry, plays, short stories and comics. It is a masterclass in how to be human.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy revealing the simple techniques to slow down, take note and bring a text to life, \u003ci\u003eLook Closer\u003c\/i\u003e is the culmination of a life spent reading. This book is for anyone interested in how literature works and makes clear why reading is more relevant than ever in these turbulent times. Funny, illuminating and personal, \u003ci\u003eLook Closer\u003c\/i\u003e ultimately shows us how great writing can change a person's life. It is a celebration of the simple joy of reading, and how becoming more attentive readers can open up worlds and bring us closer to ourselves in delightful and unexpected ways.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46729834135710,"sku":"UBD-9781911717317","price":49.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781911717317.jpg?v=1776650735","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781911717317","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}