The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83¼ Years Old

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Hilarious and tender insights on aging and life.

Recommendation: Hey there! Looking for a book that will make you laugh, warm your heart, and give you a fresh perspective on aging? "The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83¼ Years Old" is the perfect choice for you! Join Hendrik on his humorous and poignant journey as he exposes the ups and downs of life in a care home. With witty observations and unforgettable characters, this book will not only entertain you but also inspire you to make the most of every moment. Trust me, you won't regret diving into Hendrik's secret diary!

  • Publieksprijs voor het Nederlandse Boek (2016)
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 Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83¼ Years Old

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ISBN: 9781405924009
Authors: Hendrik Groen
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 2017-07-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Literature
Goodreads rating: 3.93
(rated by 25656 readers)

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'Another year and I still don't like old people. Me? I am 83 years old.'Hendrik Groen may be old, but he is far from dead and isn't planning to be buried any time soon. Granted, his daily strolls are getting shorter because his legs are no longer willing and he had to visit his doctor more than he'd like. Technically speaking he is ... elderly. But surely there is more to life at his age than weak tea and potted geraniums?Hendrik sets out to write an exposé: a year in the life of his care home in Amsterdam, revealing all its ups and downs - not least his new endeavour the anarchic Old-But-Not Dead Club. And when Eefje moves in - the woman Hendrik has always longed for - he polishes his shoes (and his teeth), grooms what's left of his hair and attempts to make something of the life he has left, with hilarious, tender and devastating consequences.The indomitable Hendrik Groen - Holland's unlikeliest hero - has become a cultural phenomenon in his native Netherlands and now he and his famously anonymous creator are conquering the globe. A major Dutch bestseller, The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen will not only delight older readers with its wit and relevance, but will charm and inspire those who have years to go before their own expiry date.
 

Hilarious and tender insights on aging and life.

Recommendation: Hey there! Looking for a book that will make you laugh, warm your heart, and give you a fresh perspective on aging? "The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83¼ Years Old" is the perfect choice for you! Join Hendrik on his humorous and poignant journey as he exposes the ups and downs of life in a care home. With witty observations and unforgettable characters, this book will not only entertain you but also inspire you to make the most of every moment. Trust me, you won't regret diving into Hendrik's secret diary!

  • Publieksprijs voor het Nederlandse Boek (2016)
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.