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Summary

The novel «England, England» by Julian Barnes is a satirical tale about the creation of a theme park that recreates all the major landmarks and cultural symbols of England on the Isle of Wight. The project is led by the ambitious businessman Sir Jack Pitman, who aims to turn the park into a tourist mecca, offering visitors a «real» England in miniature. The main character, Martha Cochrane, becomes a key figure in the realization of this project. However, as events unfold, the project encounters numerous issues related to authenticity, identity, and the commercialization of culture. The novel explores themes of national identity, historical memory, and commercialization, posing questions about what it means to be English and how the past influences the present.