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Book Synopsis: The bestselling, award-winning author of The Midnight Library offers his funniest, most devastating dark comedy yet, a “silly, sad, suspenseful, and soulful” (Philadelphia Inquirer) novel that’s “full of heart” (Entertainment Weekly). When an extra-terrestrial visitor arrives on Earth, his first impressions of the human species are less than positive. Taking the form of Professor Andrew Martin, a prominent mathematician at Cambridge University, the visitor is eager to complete the gruesome task assigned him and hurry home to his own utopian planet, where everyone is omniscient and immortal. He is disgusted by the way humans look, what they eat, their capacity for murder and war, and is equally baffled by the concepts of love and family. But as time goes on, he starts to realize there may be more to this strange species than he had thought. Disguised as Martin, he drinks wine, reads poetry, develops an ear for rock music, and a taste for peanut butter. Slowly, unexpectedly, he forges bonds with Martin’s family. He begins to see hope and beauty in the humans’ imperfection, and begins to question the very mission that brought him there. Praised by The New York Times as a “novelist of great seriousness and talent,” author Matt Haig delivers an unlikely story about human nature and the joy found in the messiness of life on Earth. The Humans is a funny, compulsively readable tale that playfully and movingly explores the ultimate subject—ourselves.
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Enter a world of laughter, tears, and revelations in the bestselling novel, The Humans. Written by the talented and award-winning author Matt Haig, this dark comedy will have you hooked from the very first page. With a unique twist on extraterrestrial encounters, this story is unlike anything you've ever read before. Dive into a tale that is "full of heart" according to Entertainment Weekly and experience a rollercoaster of emotions that will leave you questioning what it truly means to be human.
Immerse yourself in a thought-provoking journey as Professor Andrew Martin, a highly respected mathematician, becomes the vessel for an alien being's exploration of Earth. Witness the outsider's hilarious and heartwarming interactions with human culture as he slowly discovers the beauty and complexity of our world. From wine to poetry to peanut butter, follow along as he embraces the messy, imperfect, yet wonderful aspects of human life. With The Humans, author Matt Haig invites you to reconsider your understanding of humanity and the profound connections that bind us all.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience this captivating and insightful novel that has garnered praise from critics and readers alike. Allow yourself to be transported into a world where humor meets poignancy, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and where the essence of humanity is laid bare. Discover why The Humans is a must-read for anyone seeking a story that will linger in their hearts long after the final pages have been turned.
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