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Why is this book so highly praised? Do most people relate with Ignatius?

Zane People who don't relate with Ignatius on some level or don't get this book probably take themselves too seriously. They must only relate to slick, sua…morePeople who don't relate with Ignatius on some level or don't get this book probably take themselves too seriously. They must only relate to slick, suave alphabro protagonists who they would want to be or be with. I like flawed, humorous characters. I've never seen a more comical figure or laughed out loud at a book. No, I don't aspire to be him, but I can see the foolish side in myself and laugh at it.(less)

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