The Complete Polysyllabic Spree is Nick Hornby's wickedly funny journey through readingThis is not a book of reviews. This not a book that sneers at other books. This is a book about reading - about enjoying books wherever and however you find them.Nick Hornby, author of the bestsellers About a Boy and Fever Pitch - takes us on a hilarious and perceptive tour through the books he bought, the books he read and his thoughts on literature. He is first and foremost a reader and he approaches books like the rest of us: hoping to pick up one he can't put down. The Complete Polysyllabic Spree is a diary of sorts, charting his reading life over two years. It is a celebration of why we read - its pleasures, its disappointments and its surprises. And above all, it is for you - the ever hopeful reader.For fans of Bill Bryson and Stephen Fry, and for bookworms eveywhere, this witty, passionate book will make you cherish the world of letters anew. 'An engaged and engaging ramble around one reader's mind' The Times'Not only does it make you want to read more but, like all great books, it's also terrific company' Metro'For anyone whose idea of a good time is arguing with friends about their favourite books...amusing and contagiously enthusiastic' Big IssueNick Hornby has captivated readers and achieved widespread critical acclaim for his comic, well-observed novels About a Boy, High Fidelity, How to be Good, A Long Way Down (shortlisted for the Whitbread Award), Slam and Juliet, Naked. His two additional works of non-fiction, 31 Songs (shortlisted for the National Book Critics Circle Award) and Fever Pitch (winner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award) are also available from Penguin.
Nick Hornby
Nick Hornby is a British author known for his witty and insightful novels about relationships, pop culture, and the human condition. His most notable works include "High Fidelity," "About a Boy," and "Fever Pitch." Hornby's writing style is characterized by his sharp humor, relatable characters, and keen observations of everyday life. He is credited with revitalizing the genre of contemporary fiction and has had a significant impact on popular culture. "High Fidelity," a novel about a record store owner grappling with love and life, is perhaps his most famous work and has been adapted into a successful film and television series. Nick Hornby continues to be a prolific and influential voice in modern literature.
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