How to be Good
How to be Good by Nick Hornby, published by Penguin Books Limited in 2001, is a thought-provoking exploration of morality and personal relationships. The narrative centers on Katie Carr, a doctor who grapples with her husband’s sudden transformation into a fervent do-gooder. As David embraces a life of altruism, Katie’s patience and kindness are tested, leading her to question the true meaning of being good and the impact it has on her own happiness.
Readers will find a rich blend of humor and satire as the story delves into themes of family life, marriage, and the complexities of moral choices. The book presents a candid look at the challenges of maintaining personal integrity while navigating the expectations of those around us. With 256 pages, this edition offers a compelling examination of the tension between selflessness and personal fulfillment, making it a notable addition to the genre of humorous fiction.
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Katie Carr is a good person; she’s a doctor, after all. Plus she puts up with ‘the Angriest Man in Holloway’, her husband David. But when David suddenly gets Good – real give-their-money-away, take-in-the-homeless good – her reserves of kindness (not to mention patience) run dry. Who wants to be goodand miserable?It’s not as if she feels any better about herself. In fact, as David’s acts of benevolence become more profound, Katie finds she has a decision to make- if charity really does begin at home, then maybe it’s time to move . . .
A rich, hilarious, biting satire on what it means to be a good person, How to Be Goodunderlines Nick Hornby’s position as the premier chronicler of our obsessions and our times.
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