Who wrote Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell?

Susanna Clarke wrote Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, first published in 2004. It is a work of fantasy and is rated 'Recommended' in our catalogue.

Is there a book club guide for Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell?

Yes — Book Verdict has a free reading guide for Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell with key themes and five original discussion questions at https://247bookverdict.com/reading-guides/susanna-clarke-jonathan-strange-mr-norrell/.

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Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell

Name: Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
Author: Susanna Clarke

by Susanna Clarke · 2004

Fantasy · ranked #18 in category

Reviewed by the Book Verdict editorial team

Winner · The Hugo Award for Best Novel, 2005 Winner · The World Fantasy Award for Best Novel, 2005

Two magicians revive English magic during the Napoleonic wars; witty, footnoted and utterly original.

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The verdict

Category: Fantasy
First published: 2004 · 2000s
Author: Susanna Clarke
Standing: Recommended

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