A collection of mini-adventure stories from the bestselling author of The Psychopath Test and The Men Who Stare at Goats.
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‘Ronson is one of the finest comic writers working today’ Will Self, Guardian
‘Ronson is a tenacious, often courageous reporter, whose keen sense of humour never detracts from the integrity of his journalism’ Sunday Times
‘Simultaneously frightening and hilarious’ The Times
‘Funny and thought-provoking’ Financial Times
‘Compelling and eye-opening . . . hugely compulsive reading’ Psychologies
‘Comic and entertaining, but with a serious effect as we catch glimpses of the odd things ticking away inside some real characters’ Scotsman
‘Ronson is a tenacious, often courageous reporter, whose keen sense of humour never detracts from the integrity of his journalism’ Sunday Times
‘Simultaneously frightening and hilarious’ The Times
‘Funny and thought-provoking’ Financial Times
‘Compelling and eye-opening . . . hugely compulsive reading’ Psychologies
‘Comic and entertaining, but with a serious effect as we catch glimpses of the odd things ticking away inside some real characters’ Scotsman
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Jon Ronson has been on patrol with America’s real-life superheroes and to a UFO convention in the Nevada desert with Robbie Williams. He’s interviewed a robot and asked her if she has a soul. He’s travelled to the Alaskan theme town of North Pole (where every day is Christmas Day) to investigate a high school mass-murder plot. He’s met a man who tried to split the atom in his kitchen and another who’s preparing to welcome the aliens to earth. Jon Ronson is fascinated by madness, strange behaviour and the human mind, and he has spent his life exploring mysterious events and meeting extraordinary people. Collected here from various sources (including the Guardian and GQ) are the best of his adventures. Frequently hilarious, sometimes disturbing, always entertaining, these compelling stories of the chaos that lies on the fringe of our daily lives will have you wondering just what we’re capable of.
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By Noel
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In nearly every article of the book, journalist Jon Ronson is able to pick an extraordinary subject to write about in an interesting and engaging way. I loved reading about real life "superhero" Phoenix Jones as he patrols the streets of Chicago, trying to make drunk drivers eat tacos before getting behind the wheel, or discovering that the rap duo Insane Clown Posse have been covert Christians their entire careers, believing they were making converts of their listeners subliminally for 20 years. Other subjects are equally fascinating such as finding out pop star Robbie Williams is a UFO enthusiast and that Stanley Kubrick was a hoarder of everything related to his film career.
There are some really funny pieces included such as Ronson's recreation of James Bond's car journey from Ian Fleming's "Goldfinger", eating and drinking everything Bond did on the journey and making himself very sick (Bond, it turns out, was a glutton alcoholic chain smoker who rarely exercised). Ronson also goes on a cruise to meet psychic Sylvia Browne, a woman who goes on TV to tell parents of missing children (often incorrectly) their kids are dead, and finds out, surprise surprise, she's not just a fake but an unpleasant old bag as well.
Religion and pseudo-religious beliefs play a big part in the articles where Ronson meets the Jesus Christians, a fringe Christian group with a membership of 24 people worldwide, most of whom have decided that as well as giving away most of their possessions that they will give away a kidney as well!... Read more ›
There are some really funny pieces included such as Ronson's recreation of James Bond's car journey from Ian Fleming's "Goldfinger", eating and drinking everything Bond did on the journey and making himself very sick (Bond, it turns out, was a glutton alcoholic chain smoker who rarely exercised). Ronson also goes on a cruise to meet psychic Sylvia Browne, a woman who goes on TV to tell parents of missing children (often incorrectly) their kids are dead, and finds out, surprise surprise, she's not just a fake but an unpleasant old bag as well.
Religion and pseudo-religious beliefs play a big part in the articles where Ronson meets the Jesus Christians, a fringe Christian group with a membership of 24 people worldwide, most of whom have decided that as well as giving away most of their possessions that they will give away a kidney as well!... Read more ›
11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Shevrald
Format:Hardcover
Yet another quality offering of articles from Ronson, collected in hardback format. The other reviews here summarise the style and content of the stories well and I won't bother covering the same ground.
I feel compelled to mention to potential buyers that 'Lost at Sea' is only roughly 50-60% material not found in Ronson's two other collections of stories 'Out of the Ordinary...' and 'What I do...'. I was totally unaware that this was the case and was a bit saddened to be flicking through almost half the book because I had read it recently. Still, I feel on balance that it is a worthwhile purchase for those who already own the two previously mentioned books due to the quality of the additional content.
This is an essential purchase for those curious about or unfamiliar with Ronson's writing, and a good buy for old fans who have been waiting for the latest collection.
I feel compelled to mention to potential buyers that 'Lost at Sea' is only roughly 50-60% material not found in Ronson's two other collections of stories 'Out of the Ordinary...' and 'What I do...'. I was totally unaware that this was the case and was a bit saddened to be flicking through almost half the book because I had read it recently. Still, I feel on balance that it is a worthwhile purchase for those who already own the two previously mentioned books due to the quality of the additional content.
This is an essential purchase for those curious about or unfamiliar with Ronson's writing, and a good buy for old fans who have been waiting for the latest collection.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Jon MDC
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I've been a fan of Ronson's written work since coming across Them some years ago, his style of writing always seems to bring the subject alive without indulging in any deep seated judgement. Lost At Sea is more of a collection of stories that have become very relevant to this moment in time, covering celebrity paedophiles, credit card debt, social inequalities and a number of other topics. An enjoyable and informative read that's given me a taste to find out more about a number of topics.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Lauren
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Often funny, sometimes sad but all the stories make you think and see parts of the human psyche you might never discover.
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By taz
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Another hilarious collection from Jon Ronson. Now I know why I hate Noel Edmonds. A book full of some of the strangest people on the planet.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Cassidy
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Once again Jon Ronson proves that truth is stranger than fiction. Love the style and the content - doesn't disappoint !
13 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I just want to say that i've become a big fan of mr ronsons writing since being away alot last year and coming across his books first on the kindle store and then finding both his collections in a second hand book shop. So when i found out he had brought out this book just as i was due to travel again i was overchuffed. Unfortunatly nowhere on the book, website or publisher's desciption does it say that this is mostly second hand material from his collections or from articles written from the guardian. If your new to jon ronson then yes, this book will be interesting and funny. But as a warning to anyone thats read more than his 3 previous books, then you'll be miserably skipping the majority of this. X
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By GSARider
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Usual Jon Ronson style and interesting reading, enjoyed this book thoroughly, especially liked the chapter on the disparity of people on different incomes and their lifestyles.
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Great book, makes me want to read the psychopath test.
Ronson is an investigative journalist of some note. He has always sought to engage those at the very periphery of society, and his sympathetic form of interviewing enable him to... Read more
Published 5 days ago by Half Man, Half Book
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Very interesting read
A good collection of articles. Some of the articles are quite funny, some are pretty dark, but they are all very interesting.
Published 17 days ago by Richard Powell
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Fascinating and entertaining
This is a brilliant collection of articles written by Jon Ronson for magazines and newspapers, so the episodic style won't appeal to everyone. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Peter Lee
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Consistantly good writing
A collection of Jon Ronson' s articles. Never lets you down. Always engaging and the Jonathan King articles make compelling reading.
Published 1 month ago by gary
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Lost at sea
Not my sort of book I am afraid I will see it it appeals to mu husband but I never got through it I gave up early on
Published 1 month ago by hosay
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Ronson at his best.
A great read after the Psychopath test.
Some very disturbing facts, and truths are exposed, but written in Jon Ronsons anxious style.
Some very disturbing facts, and truths are exposed, but written in Jon Ronsons anxious style.
Published 1 month ago by BobD
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Interesting but not bogged in the detail.
I really like Jon's witty about the serious style of writing and never got bored reading this book as it doesn't get bogged in the detail.
Published 2 months ago by James Dermody
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Interesting book
Well written enjoyable book. I really liked the 'bite sized' chapters which covered a variety of subjects . Book was amusing and interesting - would recommend .
Published 2 months ago by Lindsey
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jon Ronson book
Birthday present for my daughter.
She was pleased, it looked ok and had words in it to read...
came in good time...
She was pleased, it looked ok and had words in it to read...
came in good time...
Published 3 months ago by sarah
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Boringly tedious!!!
Rambling, boring, unfunny - it's a real effort to read. Littered with some big names and deified personalities these oddball stories simply don't say anything, or take you... Read more
Published 4 months ago by comm88
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