England, — England

The real King and Queen are eventually hired to live in the park and "play" themselves for tourists. Structure and Plot

The novel is divided into three distinct parts, mirroring the life of the protagonist, : England, England by Julian Barnes - Penguin Random House England, England

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 The real King and Queen are eventually hired

Actors playing Robin Hood (and his "Merrie Men") and Dr. Johnson. mirroring the life of the protagonist