Book Review: Babel Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators Revolution by R.F. Kuang

Babel Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators Revolution

by R(ebecca).F. Kuang (Downloadable Audio Kuang)

I found this book interesting on many levels. It is an historical fantasy novel about the British Empire but also deals with language, magic and secret societies. It also deals with the problems of colonialism and power. I think it has something for everyone!

(If you enjoy this, you may also wish to try Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo or Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke.)

( official R.F. Kuang web site )

 

Recommended by Susan S.
Eiseley Branch Library

 

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