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When I got home I opened the door, took a deep breath of silence, turned on
some lights, ... and settled back to watch Fred Astaire and Ginger
Rogers. Fred by himself has never interested me much despite the
wonderful things he could do; the enchanting Ginger, however, as a
partner of independent spirit, gave him importance and validated his
masculinity by acknowledging his mastery and following his lead...When
they were alive I was glad to know that somewhere they were among us;
when they departed this life they left the world poorer.
- from Come Dance With Me
Left opposite the O2 Arena, London, and posted to Facebook and Twitter
On 4 February 2012 the Slickman A4 Quotation Event celebrated 
In 2005 the first international convention for Russell Hoban fans took place in London, and was marked by the publication of a fantastic 48-page booklet featuring exclusive contributions from innumerable fans and associates including novelist David Mitchell and actress Glenda Jackson. A wonderful memento of the event, it's also a beautiful collector's item and must-have for any Hoban fan. Although in limited supply, copies of the booklet are still available at £6.00 each plus p&p. Order direct from 
Russell Hoban turned 86 on 4 February 2011 and fans celebrated in traditional style by leaving quotes from his books in public places. Browse their quotes 
To celebrate 30 years in print of Russell Hoban's most famous novel 
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