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Novela Neobyčejný čtenář (The Uncommon Reader) oceňovaného britského dramatika Alana Bennetta (za svou hru The History Boys v roce 2006 obdržel šest divadelních cen Tony Awards) začíná popisem neobvyklé situace, kdy královna, když náhodou zabloudila do pojízdné knihovny, zaparkované poblíž Buckinghamského paláce, pocítí náhlé nutkání vypůjčit si knihu. Nemá však samozřejmě nejmenší tušení, že toto jako mávnutí motýlích křídel nevinné rozhodnutí přinese nedozírné následky. Jak si totiž s pomocí Normana, mladíka pracujícího v královské kuchyni, z knihovny začne půjčovat vše, klasiky počínaje a Jeanem Genetem konče, brzy pod vlivem četby začne měnit své názory, pochybovat o zavedeném světovém řádu a své roli jakožto královny. Jelikož její prapodivná vášeň nezůstane ušetřena pozornosti pracovníků paláce či jejího chotě, brzy povede k jistým velmi humorným událostem, které navždy ovlivní celou zemi.

The book commemorates four decades of Alan Bennett's insightful diaries published in the London Review of Books. It offers a rich tapestry of reflections on life, culture, and society, showcasing Bennett's sharp wit and keen observations. Readers can expect a blend of personal anecdotes and broader commentary, capturing the essence of contemporary British life through Bennett's unique lens. This collection serves as both a tribute to his enduring legacy and a deep dive into the thoughts of one of Britain's most beloved writers.

Alan Bennett sealed his reputation as an acute observer of British life with a series of six monologues. At once darkly comic, tragically poignant and wonderfully uplifting, these modern-day classics invite us to explore 12 very different but very real characters and their lives.

This audio cassette comprises both volumes of Alan Bennett's acclaimed monologues in a slipcase.

Available for pre-order now The gorgeous, pocket-sized edition of the two brand-new Talking Heads As seen on BBC1 and iPlayer 'Given the opportunity to revisit the characters from Talking Heads I've added a couple more, both of them ordinary women whom life takes by surprise.

The vivid account of a war correspondent shot down over Germany and taken prisoner.

'Writing Home' is a wonderfully entertaining collection of Alan Bennett's prose writings. Bringing together his diaries for 1980-1995, with reminiscences and reviews, the diary he kept during the production of his very first play, together with hilarious accounts of his many television plays. From his now-legendary address at Russell Harty's memorial service to recollections of growing up in Leeds, 'Writing Home' gives us a unique and unforgettable portrait of one of England's leading playwrights.

'I seem to have banged on this year rather more than usual. I make no apology for that, nor am I nervous that it will it make a jot of difference. I shall still be thought to be kindly, cosy and essentially harmless. I am in the pigeon-hole marked 'no threat' and did I stab Judi Dench with a pitchfork I should still be a teddy bear.' Alan Bennett's third collection of prose Keeping On Keeping On follows in the footsteps of the phenomenally successful Writing Home and Untold Stories, each published ten years apart. This latest collection contains Bennett's peerless diaries 2005 to 2015, reflecting on a decade that saw four premieres at the National Theatre (The Habit of Art, People, Hymn and Cocktail Sticks), a West End double-bill transfer, and the films of The History Boys and The Lady in the Van. There's a provocative sermon on private education given before the University at King's College Chapel, Cambridge, and 'Baffled at a Bookcase' offers a passionate defence of the public library. This is an engaging, humane, sharp, funny and unforgettable record of life according to the inimitable Alan Bennett.