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Humorous take on mid-life eccentricities and crises.

If you're looking for a light, chuckle-inducing read that pokes fun at the quirks of hitting middle age, 'The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis' is for you. It's a clever blend of nostalgia, with original Ladybird artwork, and sharp, contemporary humor that resonates with anyone who's faced or is facing their own existential ponderings—or just enjoys laughing at them. A perfect companion for a quick escape or a thoughtful gag gift for a friend navigating their mid-life with or without a boat.

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.
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ISBN: 9780718183530
Related Collections: Sociology, Personal Development
Related Topics: Psychology, Personal Development, Social Issues

Description

THE PERFECT GIFT for people who ride their Harleys to work while wearing guyliner and winklepickers, even in freezing temperatures.
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Jason's mid-life crisis started one Sunday morning in B&Q when he spotted a tub of boat varnish.

'I will never own a boat,' he thought to himself.

Jason has never wanted to own a boat. But now, not owning one is all he can think about.'
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'Sally has tried lots of things to make herself feel younger: running, glamping, Pilates, adult colouring books, a 'mummy make-over,' Bikram planking, Platonic irrigation and having an inappropriate relationship with a rangy twenty-something intern called Zeb, who has three beards and a Lego earring.

Sally has given up and is now thinking of joining the National Trust.'
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This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them.

The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text.

'Hilarious' Stylist

Other new titles for Autumn 2017:
How it Works: The Brother
How it Works: The Sister
The Ladybird Book of the Ex
The Ladybird Book of the Nerd
The Ladybird Book of the New You
The Ladybird Book of Balls
The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out
The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In
People at Work: The Rock Star

Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series:
How it Works: The Husband
How it Works: The Wife
How it Works: The Mum
How it Works: The Dad
The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis
The Ladybird Book of the Hangover
The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness
The Ladybird Book of the Shed
The Ladybird Book of Dating
The Ladybird Book of the Hipster
How it Works: The Student
How it Works: The Cat
How it Works: The Dog
How it Works: The Grandparent
The Ladybird Book of Red Tape
The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door
The Ladybird Book of the Sickie
The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse
The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder


Author: Jason Hazeley
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 56
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Publication Date: 29 Oct 2015
 

Humorous take on mid-life eccentricities and crises.

If you're looking for a light, chuckle-inducing read that pokes fun at the quirks of hitting middle age, 'The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis' is for you. It's a clever blend of nostalgia, with original Ladybird artwork, and sharp, contemporary humor that resonates with anyone who's faced or is facing their own existential ponderings—or just enjoys laughing at them. A perfect companion for a quick escape or a thoughtful gag gift for a friend navigating their mid-life with or without a boat.

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.

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