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The story centers on a cynical billionaire tycoon, , who realizes that "Old England" is in decline. To capitalize on the country's past, he creates a massive theme park on the Isle of Wight called "England, England". This park contains condensed, high-quality replicas of every "quintessential" English landmark and cultural icon, including:

Big Ben, Stonehenge, and the White Cliffs of Dover. England, England

The real King and Queen are eventually hired to live in the park and "play" themselves for tourists. Structure and Plot The story centers on a cynical billionaire tycoon,

The novel is divided into three distinct parts, mirroring the life of the protagonist, : England, England by Julian Barnes - Penguin Random House The real King and Queen are eventually hired

is a satirical, postmodern novel by the British author Julian Barnes, first published in 1998. It was shortlisted for the Booker Prize and is celebrated as a "Swiftian fantasy" that examines the concepts of national identity, authenticity, and the commercialization of history. Core Premise

Actors playing Robin Hood (and his "Merrie Men") and Dr. Johnson.