Things My Sons Needs To Know About The World is a moving collection of stories about one of life's most daunting experiences; parenthood.
Number 1 New York Times bestseller FREDRIK BACKMAN made his literary debut in 2012 with the global sensation A Man Called Ove - now a major motion picture starring Tom Hanks. Wickedly funny, touching and wise, Fredrik Backman's novels are odysseys of the ordinary man and woman, and stunningly moving tales of everyday courage. Up to now, Fredrik Backman has written seven highly acclaimed novels, two heartfelt novellas about life and love, and one non-fiction book about parenthood. His books have sold more than 18 million copies in 46 languages and the Swedish film adaption of A Man Called Ove was nominated for two Academy Awards. He lives in Stockholm, Sweden, with his wife and two children.
Some snort-out-your-drink moments, a lot of the parenting
advice/stories rings true. The audiobook highlights the hilarity of
the author's compositions, the narrator bringing his work to life
with gusto. I laughed aloud while walking and driving at times
*NB Magazine (for the audiobook)*
Praise for Fredrik Backman
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Evident in all [Backman] novels is an apparent ability to state a
truth about humanity with breathtaking elegance
*Kirkus Reviews*
Praise for Things My Son Needs To Know About The World
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A letter in book format, executed with humor and a nostalgic
insight . . The perfect gift for all new parents, not only fathers
- because even if Backman loves to do his "Dad was right, Mom
wasn't"- dance in front of strangers, it's the mothers who will be
amused by his efforts most of all.
*Germany*
Excellent and touching, but most of all full of funny and silly
comments and observations . . . Fredrik Backman has once again
written something absolutely wonderful and remarkable.
*Denmark*
I have said it before, and I'll say it again: I don't know anyone
who writes as beautifully and lucidly about love as Fredrik
Backman. He writes so that I can understand what he means - what he
feels. That's an accomplishment.
*Norway*
He writes about football, God, the baggage claim at the airport,
and other things that need a real walk-through. At times
insightful, an unexpectedly humble and breathlessly funny book with
spot-on reflections of family situations at IKEA, the changing
table and other places. I laugh out loud at this laddish
declaration of love that encourages play, the pursuit of one's
passion, finding love, being kind when you can, and tough when you
must . . . Wonderful!
*Sweden*
The prose is driven, catchy and flows easily. One can tell that
Fredrik Backman is an experienced writer and I laugh out loud
multiple times during the reading
*Sweden*
It's in the depictions of upbringing, social heritage and spending
time together with loved ones that Fredrik Backman's prose turns
clear and soulful
*Sweden*
What a book! Once again I'm totally in love with Fredrik Backman's
writing. He employs words in such a wonderful way that makes me
never want to stop reading.
*Sweden*
A truly fantastic book! Several times I laughed out loud while
reading it. And many times I found myself with tears in my eyes and
warmth in my heart
*Sweden*
The book contains everything I love about Fredrik Backman's
authorship. [The book] has humor, warmth and is full of hilarious
and silly nonsense. It's a complete bullseye
*Sweden*
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