My Idea of Fun: A Novel
by Will Self
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Author: Will SelfEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-09-28
ISBN: 0802142133
Number of pages: 320
Publisher: Grove Press
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Book Review: Will Self is great. Period.
Summary: 4 Stars
I will be honest: My Idea of Fun is an excellent book albeit confusing. The story of Ian Wharton, a taciturn eidetic, sometimes blurs the fine line of reality and the subconscious. Will Self fuses together elements of economics, psychology and capitalism into a satirical tour-de-force that can easily be overlooked because of its brilliance. Self's vocabulary is expansive; when reading MIOF (or any of Self's books, for that matter) make sure that a dictionary is handy. Self employs an arsenal of words, expressions and beautiful linguistic explorations that raise the bar of the English language. More often than not, Self's prose is beautiful and challenging. Self's lexicon may make MIOF daunting and intimidating but it is undoubtedly a rewarding read.
Once I started reading MIOF, I couldn't put it down. It is simply a great read. Will Self is hands-down on of the best writers that a 21st century literary critic could have the pleasure of reading. Self is often described as a disciple of Martin Amis, but I find Self to be much better than Amis (with the exception of Amis' Money).
Read My Idea of Fun. Look up the words and pay attention. You'll be glad you did.
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