For businessexclusive pricing, quantity discounts and downloadable vat invoices. If you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates through seller. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. Appalled to think that his handshake might have been. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Npr books included on their 5 great summer reads for teens. The universe versus alex woods kindle edition by extence. The good man jesus and the scoundrel christ by philip pullman this book is a retelling of the story of christ. Perfectly crafted and beautifully written, the voice of this novel is true and clear and brings to life the human condition with insight, tenderness and humour. New york post about the author gavin extence was born in 1982 and grew up in the interestingly named village of. I hope im not spoiling anything by saying that the ending of this novel packs a real punch. Extence unfolds his offbeat tale with skill but his real triumph lies in providing such a memorable voice sunday times alexs story treads the fine line between light and dark, laughter and tears gq. Listen to universe versus alex woods by gavin extence at. On first read, for all its humor, for all its lighterthanair zip and quip, the universe versus alex woods such an awkward, unfortunate title is a bpicture of a thing.
It also includes a short biography, a music playlist of songs alex woods listens to in the book, a recommended reading list, and links to videos of the author on youtube. In fact, the universe versus alex woods is a solid work of a contemporary fiction. Book club questions for the universe versus alex woods by. My rating 55 stars a rare meteorite struck alex woods when he was ten years old, leaving scars and marking him for an extraordinary future. The book was described by emma john in the guardian as being the everyday. Gavin extence on characters in the universe versus alex. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence books on. Title the universe versus alex woods author gavin extence isbn 9780316246576 genres young adult, adventure, mystery, comedy, drama a bit of everything, really.
A rare meteorite struck alex woods when he was ten years old, leaving scars and marking him for an extraordinary future. Book club questions for the universe versus alex woods by gavin extence may 7, 20 books books contemporary fiction fiction gavin extence a tale of an unexpected friendship, an unlikely hero and an improbable journey. This post contains affiliate links which you can use to purchase the book. The universe versus alex woods contains language that will offend some readers. His website includes links to purchase the title as well as excerpts from the book. Download the universe versus alex woods audiobook by gavin. Introducing a bright young voice destined to charm the world, the universe versus alex woods is a celebration of curious incidents, astronomy and astrology, the works of kurt vonnegut and the unexpected connections that form our world. Introduction to the universe versus alex woods by gavin. The universe versus alex woods paperback third place books. This novel tells the story of seventeenyearold alex woods born to a clairvoyant mother and a phantom father, victim of an improbable childhood accident who is stopped at dover customs in possession of 1 grams of marijuana and the ashes of. I cant seem to be a pessimist long enough to overlook the possibility of things being overwhelmingly good.
Vinton rafe mccabe brings to the new york journal of books more than three decades of experience in both print and electronic media. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the universe versus alex woods. An unforgettable story of an unexpected friendship, an unlikely hero and an improbable journey. Extence makes absolutely sure that from the first page you are not going to want to put this. This novel might just strike you as one of the funniest, most heartbreaking novels youve ever read. The universe versus alex woods ebook written by gavin extence. Its a wonderful comingofage story, delivered in an offhand casual style that belies the deeply moral concerns of the author. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence waterstones. Jun 25, 20 the universe versus alex woods is done in a dark, offbeat style that brings to mind the characters hero, the literary giant kurt vonnegut. The universe versus alex woods may be a debut novel but it is an outstanding novel by any standards. Into this arena comes a title i hope will take off, the universe versus alex woods, by young firsttime british novelist gavin extence. Goodreads members who liked the universe versus alex.
The universe versus alex woods serves up a lot of background information about at least three complex subjects. The universe versus alex woods by theresa qualmann on. Apr 27, 2018 cover image courtesy hachette australia alex woods is a quirky guy. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the universe versus alex woods. The universe versus alex woods free pdf, epub, fb3, txt. Gavin extence is the author of the universe versus alex woods, a 2014 alex award winning novel thats surprising, funny, tragic and poignant all at once as it quirkily portrays the life of teenaged british science nerd alex woods. This book has a particularly good opening chapter, as seventeenyearold alex woods drives off a car ferry into dover and is taken into police custody. He knows that growing up with a clairvoyant single mother wont endear him to the local bullies. The universe versus alex woods n y journal of books. The universe versus alex woods is done in a dark, offbeat style that brings to mind the characters hero, the literary giant kurt vonnegut.
The universe versus alex woods and over 8 million other books are. Sep 10, 2015 the universe versus alex woods by gavin extence in epub, fb3, txt download ebook. An interview with alex award winning author gavin extence. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Take your hr comms to the next level with prezi video. Both alex and harry have them, and in each case they become a jagged banner of survival. Books similar to the universe versus alex woods goodreads. A young science nerd adjusts to life after being struck by a meteorite. Apr 06, 20 title the universe versus alex woods author gavin extence isbn 9780316246576 genres young adult, adventure, mystery, comedy, drama a bit of everything, really. If you buy the book using that link, i will receive a small commission from the sale. The universe versus alex woods kindle edition by extence, gavin. Observer the universe versus alex woods is built on brilliant characterisation, humour and emotional sincerity, cemented by philosophical mettle.
Which is to say the quality of style matches the quality of content. The universe versus alex woods may be a debut novel but it is an outstanding. A very quirky guy but then thats what makes the protagonist of the universe versus alex woods by gavin extence such an endearing, affecting delight struck by a 2kg meteorite at the age of 10 when it comes hurtling, rather destructively, through the bathroom roof of the home he shares. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence goodreads. Mar 31, 2014 gavin extence is the author of the universe versus alex woods, a 2014 alex award winning novel thats surprising, funny, tragic and poignant all at once as it quirkily portrays the life of teenaged british science nerd alex woods.
The universe versus alex woods is written as a first person retrospective narrative in the style of kurt, while that may seem like a strange combination, elements from all of these works are seamlessly combined to create a humorous, poignant novel that will leave a lasting impression. The universe versus alex woods starts off seeming like its gonna be a quirky sort of book. The universe versus alex woods is a great book that had me utterly charmed. Extence won the waterstones 11 literary prize for his first book the universe versus alex woods 20. The universe versus alex woods 20 is the debut novel by gavin extence. Much of the wit of the universe versus alex woods derives from our protagonists deadpan narrative voice. Both logical and naive, alex is inadvertently funny and, like the narrator of mark haddons a curious incident of a dog in the nighttime, needs to explain everything in great detail. A tale of an unlikely friendship and an improbable journey, the universe versus alex woods tread the fine line between light and dark, laughter and. They make me laugh and cry and find meaning in life. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence books. Download or stream the universe versus alex woods by gavin extence.
He also knows that even the most improbable events can happen hes got the scars to prove it. A monster calls by patrick ness ive mentioned this one a few times, too, but its beautiful and deserves the attention 6. New york post about the author gavin extence was born in 1982 and grew up in the interestingly named village of swineshead, england. Goodreads members who liked the universe versus alex woods. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence abebooks. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence, paperback. An unforgettable story of an unexpected friendship, an unlikely hero and an improbable journey by extence, gavin from amazons fiction books store. Dec 05, 2012 a tale of an unlikely friendship and an improbable journey, the universe versus alex woods tread the fine line between light and dark, laughter and tears. Gavin extence lives in sheffield with his wife and children. When i first started thinking about the story that would become my debut novel, in summer 2010, i didnt really have much in terms of plot or character. With writing that is logical yet lyrical, comic yet compassionate, gavin extence has revealed the simple beauty of laughter, friendship, love and reason. The universe versus alex woods is the story of how misfit alex comes to befriend an elderly american curmudgeon, learns to cultivate marijuana and develops a deep appreciation for the work of kurt vonnegut. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence award. Alex woods knows that he hasnt had the most conventional start in life.
Gothgirl ellie, for example, employs fk almost every time she speaks, as do the bullies who torment alex at the start of the book. The universe vs alex woods gavin extence genre contemporary. It also tackles thorny ethical issues atheism, pacifism, assisted suicide with sensitivity. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence published by hachette uk on january 31st 20 genres. Its hero is a teenage boy, and the tale and themes are. His website includes links to purchase the title as well as.
What alexs personality was like before the meteor hit we dont know. There wasnt any particular event that set my imagination going, and there wasnt an initial aha moment that i can recall. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence in epub, fb3, txt download ebook. Jun 25, 20 introducing a bright young voice destined to charm the world, the universe versus alex woods is a celebration of curious incidents, astronomy and astrology, the works of kurt vonnegut and the unexpected connections that form our world. The universe versus alex woods will put you through the wringer. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extince the debate around assisted suicide is eternally controversial but, when it comes to an argument for allowing sick people of sound mind. A rare meteorite struck alex woods when he was 10 years old, leaving scars and marking him for an. The book was described by emma john in the guardian as being the everyday tale of a teenage science nerd hit by a meteorite who strikes up a friendship with a potsmoking vietnam veteran. Find books like the universe versus alex woods from the worlds largest community of readers.
Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. May 07, 20 book club questions for the universe versus alex woods by gavin extence may 7, 20 books books contemporary fiction fiction gavin extence a tale of an unexpected friendship, an unlikely hero and an improbable journey. The book has been compared to the curious incident of the. The universe versus alex woods by extence, gavin ebook. Mar 07, 2015 the universe versus alex woods gavin extence from one really brilliant book, right into another. Npr books included on their 5 great summer reads for teens list the universe versus alex woods is done in a dark, offbeat style that brings to mind the characters hero, the literary giant kurt vonnegutnew york post. With one exception, alex himself refrains from swearing, but others around him indulge in using expletives. Jun 25, 20 which makes the universe versus alex woods a hard book to like. I decided long ago i wouldnt like vonneguts books but now i want to read some. Gavin extence on characters in the universe versus alex woods. The universe versus alex woods by gavin extence and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
752 480 613 1401 755 1092 421 1242 150 572 923 1449 1322 625 1452 902 412 973 391 994 918 344 1379 1276 513 1359 821 318 129 41 639 484 360 375 498 544 698 84 195