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Is it necessary to have read Howard's End to enjoy this?

Christine I don't think so. I first read it about a year ago and found it enjoyable for its own sake. Still haven't read Howard's End, either, though if I do I …moreI don't think so. I first read it about a year ago and found it enjoyable for its own sake. Still haven't read Howard's End, either, though if I do I may revisit On Beauty.(less)

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Was the theme more about disfunctional families or self-deception?

T Palmer There were many themes, perhaps too many.

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Did Belsey see himself as Rembrandt?

Deborah Since he thought he himself was a genius and that Rembrandt was not, I doubt it.

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