Spud - The Madness Continues

Name: Spud - The Madness Continues
Brand: Gardners Books Ltd
SKU: 9780141326818
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By John van de Ruit

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Spud - The Madness Continues by John van de Ruit is a humorous young adult novel that follows the misadventures of Spud Milton, a teenage boy at a South African boarding school. Struggling with the chaos of adolescence, Spud navigates eccentric teachers, unpredictable friends, and the challenges of growing up. The story merges hilarity with heartfelt moments as Spud finds his place in the world amidst the madness.
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You might enjoy this book if you relish witty, coming-of-age stories set in an all-boys boarding school in South Africa. Filled with humour and relatable teenage struggles, this sequel delves into hilarious misadventures and the complexities of friendship and adolescence, making it a captivating read for young adults seeking both entertainment and insight.

Spud's nearly 15 and although he is no longer the youngest or the smallest in his dorm, his second year at boarding school is beset with women trouble, misguided late-night adventures and excruciating family visits. He is a boy who discovers that the long path to manhood is never easy, especially when all around him the madness continues.

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Spud - The Madness Continues introduces us to Spud, who is nearly 15 and navigating his second year at boarding school. Though no longer the youngest or smallest in his dorm, Spud's year is fraught with challenges, including women troubles, misguided late-night adventures, and excruciating family visits.

Despite his dreams of a stage career lying in tatters after a disastrous house play production of "Noah's Ark," Spud invites us to delve further into his mind. Armed only with his wits and his diary, he discovers that the long path to manhood is never easy, especially when the madness continues all around him.

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Spud - The Madness Continues by John van de Ruit is widely praised for its humour and relatable portrayal of male adolescence. Reviews highlight its unexpected laughs and its appeal to both men and their sons, with its deeply funny storytelling making it a rare hit with multiple generations.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141326818

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 June 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 248g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

John van de Ruit was born in Durban, South Africa and educated at the University of Natal where he completed a Masters degree in Drama and Performance. since 1998 he has been a professional actor, playwright and producer. His first novel, Spud, has become an international award-winning bestseller, and the fastest selling book in South Africa's publishing history.

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