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The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13 3/4

Book • 1982

The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13 3/4, is a comedic novel that follows the diary entries of Adrian Mole as he navigates the challenges of adolescence, including family conflicts, unrequited love, and academic struggles.

The book offers a relatable and entertaining perspective on the universal experiences of growing up.

Through Adrian's candid diary entries, readers are treated to a mix of adolescent angst and humor, set against the backdrop of social and political change in 1980s Britain.

Mentioned by

Mentioned in 6 episodes

Mentioned by

Sara Cox

as a book that was impactful for her.

Dawn O'Porter (recorded at Radio 2 In The Park)

Recommended by

Isy Suttie

as the first book that made her laugh and one she strongly related to as a young reader.

Mentioned by

Cory Doctorow

as an example of a book that can be misinterpreted.

#195 Capitalists Hate Capitalism with Cory Doctorow

Mentioned by

Caitlin Moran

as part of the school curriculum.

Caitlin Moran on the Masculinity Crisis, Raising Boys & the Manosphere

Mentioned by Liz Smith as a timeless funny book that consistently makes her laugh and is being adapted for TV.

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Recommended by

James Thayer

as one of the books that made him laugh.

Episode 240 - Make readers laugh out loud.

Mentioned by John as a speculative answer to a quiz question about objects taken from a historical time capsule.

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Mentioned by

Ian Dennis

in jest, comparing it to

John Murray

's detailed diaries.

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