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The Boyhood of Cain: 'A new literary star is born . . . dazzling.' The Times
Michael Amherst
A poignant debut novel about a boy on the precipice of adulthood, struggling to understand how he might give and deserve love.
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | February 12, 2026 |
| ISBN13 | 9780571387618 |
| Publishers | Faber & Faber |
| Pages | 208 |
| Dimensions | 198 × 129 × 17 mm · 176 g |
| Language | English |
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