About a Boy
About a Boy by Nick Hornby, published by Gollancz in 1998, is a contemporary novel that explores the unlikely friendship between a thirty-six-year-old man named Will Freeman and a twelve-year-old boy named Marcus. Set against a backdrop of humor and satire, the story delves into themes of personal growth and the complexities of relationships. With 286 pages, this first edition is presented in English and offers a unique perspective on the challenges of adulthood and adolescence.
Readers will find a narrative that juxtaposes Will’s carefree lifestyle with Marcus’s more serious demeanor. Will, who navigates life without the responsibilities of parenthood, attends single parents’ groups to meet women, while Marcus, who is described as an unusual boy with a taste for classic music, seeks guidance in navigating his own life. The interactions between these two characters highlight the contrasts in their worlds and the lessons they learn from each other, making it a thought-provoking exploration of friendship and maturity.
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“How cool was Will Freeman? Too cool! At thirty-six, he’s as hip as a teenager. He’s single, child-free, goes to the right clubs and knows which trainers to wear. He’s also found a great way to score with women: attend single parents’ groups full of available (and grateful) mothers, all hoping to meet a Nice Guy. Which is how Will meets Marcus, the oldest twelve-year-old on the planet. Marcus is a bit strange: he listens to Joni Mitchell and Mozart, looks after his mum and has never owned a pair of trainers. But Marcus latches on to Will – and won’t let go. Can Will teach Marcus how to grow up cool? And can Marcus help Will just to grow up?”–Jacket.
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