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Which multi-generational novels inspired White Teeth ? Where does Zadie Smith turn for her next great read? And our Penguin team is back to solve your reading dilemmas - whether you're after fascinating memoirs, this yea...
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Why are generations at war with each other? With Zadie Smith is an episode from The Penguin Podcast by Penguin Books UK. Which multi-generational novels inspired White Teeth ? Where does Zadie Smith turn for her next great read? And our Pen...
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Published Nov 6, 2025, 56:01 long, audio available.
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