Billy No-Mates

Name: Billy No-Mates
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781838853549
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How I Realised Men Have a Friendship Problem

By Max Dickins

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In Billy No-Mates by Max Dickins, the author embarks on a candid exploration of male friendship after realising the lack of close connections in his own life. Through humorous and insightful anecdotes, Dickins examines societal expectations, personal vulnerabilities, and the importance of nurturing meaningful relationships while confronting modern loneliness.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this insightful memoir if you're interested in the complexities of male friendship and the challenges of modern social connections. The author explores his personal experiences with humour and vulnerability, shedding light on a topic often overlooked in discussions about mental health and societal expectations.

An honest, personal and funny look at male friendships, emotional connection and mental health

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Where have all my friends gone?

When Max Dickins decided to propose to his girlfriend, he realised there was no one he could call on to be his best man.

He quickly learned that he wasn't the only man struggling with friendships. For decades, countless studies from across the world have confirmed that men have fewer close friends than women—and the problem gets worse the older men get. But what goes wrong? And what can men do about it? Dickins is going to find out.

Join Max on his funny and charmingly candid search as he takes a defibrillator to his social life. As he ultimately discovers that if he wants a Best Man, then he needs to be a better man.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Billy No-Mates by Max Dickins is reviewed as a humorous yet enlightening exploration of male friendships. Critics find it both funny and thought-provoking, with a blend of personal anecdote and broader insights. The book effectively uses Dickins' own journey as a lens to examine the challenges and importance of maintaining male bonds in adulthood.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838853549

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 226g

Pages: 336

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Happiness & Mental Health Health & Wellness Max Dickins Non-Fiction Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Max Dickins is the author of Billy No-Mates, which has been translated into multiple languages and is currently being adapted for television. On the page, his writing has been featured in the Observer, Sunday Times, Daily Mail and GQ. On the stage, Max's critically acclaimed stage play Man on the Moor has toured nationally. On the airwaves, his radio show on Absolute Radio was nominated for a Sony Award. While on screen, Dickins has appeared numerous times on BBC One's Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Oh, and once he accidentally got addicted to Groupon deals: this sad (if quite amusing) experience spawning his first book, My Groupon Adventure.

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