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The Humans

by Matt Haig
The Humans - Thryft
The Humans - Thryft

Unraveling the true essence of being human.

This book is a captivating exploration of what it truly means to be human. Through the perspective of an alien who inhabits a human body, the story takes you on a journey of self-discovery and understanding. The unique and distinctive feature of this book lies in its ability to make you question your own beliefs and prejudices, while simultaneously showcasing the incredible capacity for love and compassion that humans possess. If you're looking for a thought-provoking read that will make you reflect on the beauty and flaws of humanity, this book is for you.

  • Edgar Award Nominee for Best Novel (2014)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Science Fiction (2013)
  • Dublin Literary Award Nominee for Longlist (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Humans

by Matt Haig
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ISBN: 9780857868787
Authors: Matt Haig
Publisher: Canongate Books Ltd
Date of Publication: 2023-07-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Related Topics: Science Fiction, Aliens
Goodreads rating: 4.08
(rated by 118080 readers)

Description

After an 'incident' one wet Friday night where Professor Andrew Martin is found walking naked through the streets of Cambridge, he is not feeling quite himself. Food sickens him. Clothes confound him. Even his loving wife and teenage son are repulsive to him. He feels lost amongst a crazy alien species and hates everyone on the planet. Everyone, that is, except Newton, and he's a dog.Who is he really? And what could make someone change their mind about the human race. . . ?
 

Unraveling the true essence of being human.

This book is a captivating exploration of what it truly means to be human. Through the perspective of an alien who inhabits a human body, the story takes you on a journey of self-discovery and understanding. The unique and distinctive feature of this book lies in its ability to make you question your own beliefs and prejudices, while simultaneously showcasing the incredible capacity for love and compassion that humans possess. If you're looking for a thought-provoking read that will make you reflect on the beauty and flaws of humanity, this book is for you.

  • Edgar Award Nominee for Best Novel (2014)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Science Fiction (2013)
  • Dublin Literary Award Nominee for Longlist (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.