Anansi Boys
by
Neil Gaiman
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Science Fiction
Horror
Humor
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Format
Paperback
Pages
387
Language
English
Published
Sep 26, 2006
Publisher
HarperCollins HarperTorch
ISBN-10
0060515198
ISBN-13
9780060515195
Description
Fat Charlie Nancy led an ordinary life until the unexpected death of his father altered everything. His father's passing reveals a shocking truth: he was not just an ordinary man, but a trickster god known as Anansi. This revelation opens up a world of magic and chaos that Fat Charlie is ill-prepared to handle. Suddenly thrust into the realm of the divine, he finds himself grappling with the legacy of his father's mischief and the complications of having a brother he never knew existed.
This unknown brother, Spider, embodies all the charm and charisma that Fat Charlie lacks. While Spider thrives in the world of the supernatural, Fat Charlie struggles to come to terms with his identity and the implications of his father’s heritage. As Spider's antics begin to disrupt Fat Charlie's life, he confronts his insecurities and the messy ties of family, weaving together elements of fantasy, humor, and the bonds of brotherhood.
Amidst the chaos, Fat Charlie must navigate the blurred lines between his mundane existence and the unpredictable nature of his heritage. With a mix of laughter, adventure, and heart, this tale explores the complexities of family dynamics in a world where gods exist alongside ordinary people, and true self-discovery often comes with a hefty dose of chaos.
This unknown brother, Spider, embodies all the charm and charisma that Fat Charlie lacks. While Spider thrives in the world of the supernatural, Fat Charlie struggles to come to terms with his identity and the implications of his father’s heritage. As Spider's antics begin to disrupt Fat Charlie's life, he confronts his insecurities and the messy ties of family, weaving together elements of fantasy, humor, and the bonds of brotherhood.
Amidst the chaos, Fat Charlie must navigate the blurred lines between his mundane existence and the unpredictable nature of his heritage. With a mix of laughter, adventure, and heart, this tale explores the complexities of family dynamics in a world where gods exist alongside ordinary people, and true self-discovery often comes with a hefty dose of chaos.
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