Before Fiction

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The exploration of early novelists' claims of truthfulness reveals a unique perspective on the history of the novel in England and France. Nicholas D. Paige argues that these authors engaged in this pretense not for credibility, but as a means to navigate the evolving literary landscape. The book delves into the motivations behind this literary strategy, offering insights into the relationship between fiction and reality during the formative years of the novel.