Nick Hornby – About a Boy

Set in London in the early 1990s, Hornby’s comic coming of age novel is probably better remembered as a bestselling film featuring Hugh Grant. We will go back to the original book to explore Hornby’s portrayal of London in the 1990s. The plot revolves around the friendship between 36-year-old Will, a man who is refusing to grow up, and his girlfriend’s son Marcus, an introverted schoolboy, and the lessons they learn from each other.

Book Group remains a virtual discussion group and we meet monthly online. All are welcome to attend - though if you haven't read the book there may well be spoilers!

For each session, a presentation of original archive material is provided to stimulate discussion.