Fry, Stephen

The Hippopotamus

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ISBN 13:
9780099457039
author:
Fry, Stephen
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Arrow
language:
English
Publication Year:
2004
Pages:
368
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 2.6 centimetres (0
Genre:
Modern fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.28

Description

Stephen Fry's second novel, and now major motion picture, is a outrageously funny tale about Ted Wallace, an old, sour, womanising, cantankerous, whisky-sodden beast of a failed poet and drama critic. Fired from his newspaper, months behind on his alimony payments and disgusted with the world that undervalues him, Ted seeks a few months' repose at Swafford Hall.

However, strange things have been going on at Swafford. Miracles, healings, phenomena beyond comprehension - all of which are witnessed by Ted, a mud-caked hippopotamus with a penchant for whisky and a sharp tongue.

This humorous novel is full of fresh ideas, filthy language and a huge desire to please the reader. With its unique blend of wit, humour and black humour, it's sure to be a treat for anyone looking for a laugh-out-loud read.

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