A Farewell to Calm

The New Normal Survival Guide

(Author) John Crace
Format: Hardcover
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Infectiously entertaining political satire, from the author of Decline and Fail and I, Maybot.

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Publisher:
Guardian Faber Publishing
Format:
Hardcover
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781783352449
Publish year:
2021
Publish date:
Nov. 4, 2021

John Crace

John Crace is a British journalist and writer known for his satirical columns in The Guardian. His most notable work is the "Digested Read" column, in which he humorously summarizes and critiques popular books in a condensed format.

Crace's writing style is characterized by wit, humor, and a keen eye for dissecting the absurdities of modern life and literature. He has made significant contributions to the world of literary criticism by offering a fresh and entertaining perspective on contemporary works.

His impact on the literary genre can be seen in his ability to engage readers with complex texts in a digestible and entertaining manner. One of his most famous works is his book "Brideshead Abbreviated," which offers humorous and insightful commentary on classic literature.

Overall, John Crace is a talented writer and critic who has left a lasting impression on the world of literature with his unique style and approach to literary analysis.

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