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|summary=Some of the most interesting and unusual facts in the world, and then some, wrapped up in some delicious writing. A great gift for anyone. | |summary=Some of the most interesting and unusual facts in the world, and then some, wrapped up in some delicious writing. A great gift for anyone. | ||
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|summary=When Bardolph Middle placed an ad in the paper proclaiming he was a writer, he thought he might get the odd request to write a speech or two. Maybe, if he was very lucky, a company might ask him to conceive an entire marketing plan and advertising campaign. What he never expected was this job offer... An hilarious must read comic/literary novel. | |summary=When Bardolph Middle placed an ad in the paper proclaiming he was a writer, he thought he might get the odd request to write a speech or two. Maybe, if he was very lucky, a company might ask him to conceive an entire marketing plan and advertising campaign. What he never expected was this job offer... An hilarious must read comic/literary novel. | ||
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|summary=A very pleasant guide to a unique undertaking, rowing a bath across the English Channel. Great depth and strong telling make this better than many of the genre. | |summary=A very pleasant guide to a unique undertaking, rowing a bath across the English Channel. Great depth and strong telling make this better than many of the genre. | ||
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|summary=A fascinating look at a Chinese way of life many of us will never see, in the context of football; something many of us can understand. It does end up more about the football than about China, though. | |summary=A fascinating look at a Chinese way of life many of us will never see, in the context of football; something many of us can understand. It does end up more about the football than about China, though. | ||
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|summary=An academically rigorous book with mass market appeal which looks at the trivia of our daily life. Highly recommended. | |summary=An academically rigorous book with mass market appeal which looks at the trivia of our daily life. Highly recommended. | ||
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|summary=Despite being 36 years old and possessing precisely zero in footballing credentials, Plimpton was determined to find out what it would take to become a pro quarterback with one of America's premier clubs, the Detroit Lions. Paper Lion tells the story of his incredible adventure. | |summary=Despite being 36 years old and possessing precisely zero in footballing credentials, Plimpton was determined to find out what it would take to become a pro quarterback with one of America's premier clubs, the Detroit Lions. Paper Lion tells the story of his incredible adventure. | ||
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|summary=A hilarious account of one boy's year of growing up while supporting the worst football team in Britain. A must-read for any football supporter. | |summary=A hilarious account of one boy's year of growing up while supporting the worst football team in Britain. A must-read for any football supporter. | ||
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|summary=The man and the man behind the man. Bond fans won't need to be told twice to go out and buy this. For everyone else, this is a case study about an author whose strange life led to the creation of one of the most enduring action heroes the world has ever known. I'd still ask them though, why the hell aren't you a Bond fan? | |summary=The man and the man behind the man. Bond fans won't need to be told twice to go out and buy this. For everyone else, this is a case study about an author whose strange life led to the creation of one of the most enduring action heroes the world has ever known. I'd still ask them though, why the hell aren't you a Bond fan? | ||
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|summary=A memoir by the Squeeze keyboard player turned radio and TV presenter and big band leader, full of lively anecdotes and namedropping - but in the best possible way. | |summary=A memoir by the Squeeze keyboard player turned radio and TV presenter and big band leader, full of lively anecdotes and namedropping - but in the best possible way. | ||
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|summary=Well over 365 ways to be thankful, as mishaps of years past are told in a very readable style. One of the season's better stocking-fillers that the Bookbag recommends. | |summary=Well over 365 ways to be thankful, as mishaps of years past are told in a very readable style. One of the season's better stocking-fillers that the Bookbag recommends. | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:33, 30 January 2024
Whether it's a birthday, Christmas, Valentine's Day, or just a random occasion to tell him you love him, books make great presents for boyfriends. Yes, yes, we know we're playing up to all the stereotypes with books about sport, music, trivia and everyone's favourite secret agent, but you know he's going to enjoy them. If it's an anniversary and he's looking to get you a gift too, then make sure to point him in the direction of our Top Ten Books For Your Girlfriend. Why not tell us about your favourite books to get for your boyfriend?
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Review ofThe Average Life of the Average Person by Tadg FarringtonSome of the most interesting and unusual facts in the world, and then some, wrapped up in some delicious writing. A great gift for anyone. Full Review |
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Review ofThree Jumpers by Michael MarrWhen Bardolph Middle placed an ad in the paper proclaiming he was a writer, he thought he might get the odd request to write a speech or two. Maybe, if he was very lucky, a company might ask him to conceive an entire marketing plan and advertising campaign. What he never expected was this job offer... An hilarious must read comic/literary novel. Full Review |
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Review ofAll at Sea: One Man. One Bathtub. One Very Bad Idea: Conquering the Channel in a Piece of Plumbing by Tim FitzhighamA very pleasant guide to a unique undertaking, rowing a bath across the English Channel. Great depth and strong telling make this better than many of the genre. Full Review |
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Review ofBamboo Goalposts by Rowan SimonsA fascinating look at a Chinese way of life many of us will never see, in the context of football; something many of us can understand. It does end up more about the football than about China, though. Full Review |
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Review ofQueuing For Beginners by Joe MoranAn academically rigorous book with mass market appeal which looks at the trivia of our daily life. Highly recommended. Full Review |
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Review ofPaper Lion by George PlimptonDespite being 36 years old and possessing precisely zero in footballing credentials, Plimpton was determined to find out what it would take to become a pro quarterback with one of America's premier clubs, the Detroit Lions. Paper Lion tells the story of his incredible adventure. Full Review |
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Review ofThe Bromley Boys by Dave RobertsA hilarious account of one boy's year of growing up while supporting the worst football team in Britain. A must-read for any football supporter. Full Review |
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Review ofFor Your Eyes Only: Ian Fleming and James Bond by Ben MacintyreThe man and the man behind the man. Bond fans won't need to be told twice to go out and buy this. For everyone else, this is a case study about an author whose strange life led to the creation of one of the most enduring action heroes the world has ever known. I'd still ask them though, why the hell aren't you a Bond fan? Full Review |
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Review ofBarefaced Lies and Boogie-Woogie Boasts by Jools HollandA memoir by the Squeeze keyboard player turned radio and TV presenter and big band leader, full of lively anecdotes and namedropping - but in the best possible way. Full Review |
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Review ofAnnus Horribilis: A Chronicle of Comic Mishaps by Sam JordisonWell over 365 ways to be thankful, as mishaps of years past are told in a very readable style. One of the season's better stocking-fillers that the Bookbag recommends. Full Review |
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