31 Songs
31 Songs by Nick Hornby is a collection of essays published by Penguin Books Limited in 2003. In this edition, Hornby reflects on 31 songs that hold significant meaning in his life, sharing personal anecdotes and insights that highlight his deep connection to music. The book, written in English and spanning 242 pages, offers a glimpse into the author’s musical preferences and experiences.
Readers will find Hornby discussing a variety of topics related to music, including memorable guitar solos and the unique moments tied to specific songs. Through his exploration of pop vocal and rock genres, he provides an engaging narrative that intertwines his life experiences with the music that has shaped them. This edition invites readers to consider the profound impact of songs in their own lives while enjoying Hornby’s distinctive voice and perspective on the world of music.
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‘I decided that I wanted to write a little book of essays about songs I loved … Songs are what I listen to, almost to the exclusion of everything else.’ In his first non-fiction work since Fever Pitch, Nick Hornby writes about 31 songs that either have some great significance in his life – or are just songs that he loves. He discusses, among other things, guitar solos and losing your virginity to a Rod Stewart song and singers whose teeth whistle and the sort of music you hear in Body Shop. ‘The soundtrack to his life … a revealing insight into one of Britain’s most popular writers’ Evening Standard
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