A classic study of a journey of self-discovery, this book has stood the test of time, and nearly 30 years after it was first published, can be enjoyed as a witty portrayal of experiences common to all young males as they reach puberty and adulthood.'

Author Biography

Brian Aldiss has been a bestselling writer since the 1950's, and is best known for his science fiction. He has won every major science fiction award (as well as influencing the work of Stanley Kubrick), he has won three Hugo Awards (1962, 1973, 1987) and two British Science Fiction Association Awards (1972 and 1982). In addition, he has also published poetry and autobiography.