Danny Wallace and the Centre of the Universe (Quick Read)
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"'The funniest writer of his generation. Apart from me' - Dom Joly 'Comedy writing doesn't get any better than this - unless you go round Danny's flat and make him add a bit in pen' - Ross Noble Praise for Join Me: 'Join Me is the kind of book I love: effortlessly funny, painfully accurate and entertaining to the very end. Brilliant' - Mike Gayle 'Extremely enjoyable. once cannot help wondering whether he has stumbled upon the future shape of spirituality' - Daily Telegraph 'One of the funniest stories you will ever read' - Daily Mail"
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A brand new Danny Wallace adventure written especially for the Quick Reads initiative
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Another typically *embarrass-yourself-by-bursting-out-laughing-on-the-bus* page turner, by the utterly brilliant Danny Wallace.
If you've become addicted to reading tales of whimsical journeys through life, exploring what are essentially his utterly mental flights of fancy - then this book will definately not disappoint.
His boyish enthusiasm for *everything* and quick wit are ever present, as is, his warm, engaging style.
My only disappointment, was that it didn't go on for longer!
King Danny, I salute you.
If you've become addicted to reading tales of whimsical journeys through life, exploring what are essentially his utterly mental flights of fancy - then this book will definately not disappoint.
His boyish enthusiasm for *everything* and quick wit are ever present, as is, his warm, engaging style.
My only disappointment, was that it didn't go on for longer!
King Danny, I salute you.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you've read any of Danny's other books, you should know what to expect with this one. It is short, maybe two hours if you take your time, but it's two hours well spent in the company of someone so funny.
This time round, Danny finds a small township in America that not only has his name, but has also been declared the centre of the universe by a mayor with a dubious scientific background. Of course, he books the next available flight and takes the reader on the journey.
If you haven't read anything by Danny Wallace before, this is a good start and should be enough to hook you into buying more of his books. If you've only ever seen him on TV, I would say you're missing out on his true wit - his writing is far better than his TV shows.
This time round, Danny finds a small township in America that not only has his name, but has also been declared the centre of the universe by a mayor with a dubious scientific background. Of course, he books the next available flight and takes the reader on the journey.
If you haven't read anything by Danny Wallace before, this is a good start and should be enough to hook you into buying more of his books. If you've only ever seen him on TV, I would say you're missing out on his true wit - his writing is far better than his TV shows.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I've been a big fan of Danny since Join Me! was released, and have since read Yes Man and Are You Dave Gorman? and enjoyed them greatly.
This new book is only a small one (being part of the World Book Day "Quick Reads" promotion) and only lasted me about an hour or so. In this short time though you find yourself quickly catapulted along with Danny on his latest adventure, and it's definately as good as his previous stuff. It doesn't delve into his *private* life in the way his past work has, purely a solo mission this one, but a definate must read for any existing fans, and a great introduction to his weird and wonderful world of adventure to anyone new.
This new book is only a small one (being part of the World Book Day "Quick Reads" promotion) and only lasted me about an hour or so. In this short time though you find yourself quickly catapulted along with Danny on his latest adventure, and it's definately as good as his previous stuff. It doesn't delve into his *private* life in the way his past work has, purely a solo mission this one, but a definate must read for any existing fans, and a great introduction to his weird and wonderful world of adventure to anyone new.
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Short and Sweet
Really enjoyed the book, the first of Mr Wallace's books i've encountered after enjoying a number of his tv apperanaces. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mark Buckley
enlightning
really enjoyale read. for goodness sake, buy it and give it a read, i know you'll love it!
Published 19 months ago by Martin Newham
Decent, but not his finest work.
This is a decent little story, but even though it is only a short book it still feels like it's been dragged out. Read more
Published 21 months ago by L.F.B
Well-intentioned
I bought this on the strength of the other enthusiastic reviews and the fact that UKPaperbackshop were selling it for a penny + p&p (!) Did they know something I didn't? Read more
Published 23 months ago by Barry Lees
A good introduction to Danny Wallace
Another of the `Quick Reads' books released each year for World Book Day (2006, in this case), this would be a good taster for anyone who hasn't read Danny Wallace yet. Read more
Published on 12 Sep 2009 by J. Sutton
Superb
I read this in 1 hour. I laughed out loud more than once. Danny has a real gift for letting you see the world through his eyes. Read more
Published on 15 Jun 2009 by Chris Morse
A Most Enjoyable Quick Read!
I very much enjoyed this book, and would definitely recommend it to others, although do not be fooled into thinking it is an epic tome that will take you a few weeks to read. Read more
Published on 4 April 2009 by C. Jacka
Interesting theory, but.....
I like Danny Wallace's other books, so was keen to read this one. It was however unfortunately disappointing. Read more
Published on 17 Feb 2009 by J. Rowe
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