Talking Books | Ian McEwan

Based on Atonement by Ian McEwan

Razia Iqbal asks Ian McEwan about his latest novel, Solar, and how he copes with being seen as our national novelist.

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  • Type: Analysis
  • Channel: BBC News Channel
  • Duration: 23'45''
  • Broadcast date: 2010
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