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About a Boy
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About a Boy has sold over 300,000 copies in paperback since publication.
Will is a rich, child-free and irresponsible Londoner in his thirties who, in his search for available women, invents an imaginary son and starts attending single parent meetings. As a result of one of his liaisons, he meets Marcus, a strange 12-year-old boy with problems at school.
Gradually, Will and Marcus become friends, and as Will teaches Marcus how to be a cool kid, Marcus helps Will to finally grow up.
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About a Boy by Nick Hornby is praised for its humorous yet touching exploration of human relationships, particularly focusing on the unlikely friendship between a young boy and a carefree bachelor. Critics often highlight Hornby's witty writing style and the book's ability to balance comedy with deeper emotional themes. It's noted for addressing issues of loneliness, personal growth, and the complexities of modern family dynamics.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780241969878
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 January 2014
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 110.0mm
Height: 180.0mm
Weight: 159g
Pages: 288
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About the Author
NICK HORNBY is the bestselling author of eight novels, including Just Like You, High Fidelity and About a Boy, and several works of nonfiction including Fever Pitch. He has also written numerous award-winning screenplays for film and television including Brooklyn, Wild and, most recently, State of the Union.
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