{"product_id":"9780143124207","title":"One for the Books","description":"Author: Queenan, Joe\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780143124207\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Penguin Group USA\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 29 Oct 2013\u003cbr\u003ePages: 256\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn absolute must-read for anyone who loves books\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eClosing Time\u003c\/i\u003e, Joe Queenan shared how he became a voracious reader to escape a joyless childhood. Now, like many bibliophiles, he fears for the books that once saved him. In \u003ci\u003eOne for the Books\u003c\/i\u003e, Queenan examines the entire culture of reading and what books really mean in people's lives today. What does it suggest if a person has no books displayed in his living room? Can an obsession with reading prove detrimental to one's well being? How useful are covers in selling books? Queenan's many fans-as well as anyone who loves books and reading-will want to join him on his unforgettably funny and moving journey.","brand":"Print on demand - Ships in 1 to 3 months","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47322186776734,"sku":"UBD-9780143124207","price":32.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9780143124207.jpg?v=1780447639","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9780143124207","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}