The Bonfire of the Insanities
How Does This Government Thing Work Again?
(Author) John CraceA new serving of satire from bestselling author and beloved Guardian columnist John Crace. 'I lap up everything John Crace writes gratefully: I love his cleverness, his wit, and his heart.' NIGELLA LAWSON It ended as it began. With Downing Street under grey leaden skies. Someone's idea of a cosmic joke. Only this time the rain had eased to a light drizzle rather than a torrential downpour. If you're a Tory, you take your blessings where you find them on days like these. Across fourteen years of Tory rule, John Crace has seen it all: a bucket-load of sleaze and scandals, myriad questionable policy decisions, and an ever-revolving door of impressive candidates trying to get themselves to the top of a sinking ship. With a bumpy start, Keir Starmer, Rachel Reeves and the Labour Party have taken the reins while Kemi Badenoch and the Tories slink off to regroup in opposition. Many proclaim that the United Kingdom's political landscape has changed - but are those fabled sunny uplands finally in view? Selected from Crace's much-loved Guardian column, The Bonfire of the Insanities lights up a new chapter of governmental absurdity with mordant wit and caustic humour. (terms and conditions apply)
John Crace
John Crace is a British journalist and writer known for his satirical columns in The Guardian. His most notable work is the "Digested Read" column, in which he humorously summarizes and critiques popular books in a condensed format.
Crace's writing style is characterized by wit, humor, and a keen eye for dissecting the absurdities of modern life and literature. He has made significant contributions to the world of literary criticism by offering a fresh and entertaining perspective on contemporary works.
His impact on the literary genre can be seen in his ability to engage readers with complex texts in a digestible and entertaining manner. One of his most famous works is his book "Brideshead Abbreviated," which offers humorous and insightful commentary on classic literature.
Overall, John Crace is a talented writer and critic who has left a lasting impression on the world of literature with his unique style and approach to literary analysis.
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