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Authors: John Harding
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I would like to thank Patrick Janson-Smith for his unwavering support for my writing, and for his astute observations and helpful suggestions at various stages in the evolution of this book; Jennifer Brehl at Harper Collins U.S. for her useful criticism of Florence and Giles at an early stage; my agent Sam Copeland for his enthusiasm and encouragement; Jack and Edmund Harding, the first readers of this book, for their insightful comments on the first draft; and all those who have given me support and encouragement over the last few years, especially Simon Taylor.
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