{"product_id":"mr-wilder-and-me-2","title":"Mr Wilder and Me","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe novel \"Mr. Wilder and Me\" is a tender coming-of-age story and an intimate portrait of Hollywood icon Billy Wilder. It explores the nature of time, fame, family, and the treacherous lure of nostalgia. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 July 2021\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Penguin Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe acclaimed and bestselling author of Middle England delves into the enigmatic world of renowned director Billy Wilder. Prepare for a captivating journey that is set to be transformed into a major film! In the summer of 1977, a young and adventurous Calista Frangopoulou embarks on a quest to explore the unknown. Fate leads her to a Greek island, transformed into a film set, where she finds herself working alongside the legendary Billy Wilder. Little does she know that this encounter will ignite a profound journey of self-discovery and introspection. While Calista revels in the excitement of her new adventure, Wilder grapples with the realization that his once-flourishing career may be waning. Rejected by Hollywood, he has resorted to financing his film with German money, and when Calista accompanies him to Munich, she joins him on a captivating voyage into the depths of his family history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMr. Wilder and Me seamlessly weaves together a tender coming-of-age narrative with an intimate portrayal of a Hollywood icon. It delves into the intricate nature of time, fame, family, and the treacherous allure of nostalgia. Through the captivating characters and witty dialogue, this novel offers a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of human experiences. Prepare to be swept away by the charm, depth, and uplifting spirit of this remarkable story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 184g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 130 x 197 x 21 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780241989715\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jonathan Coe","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44100912775418,"sku":"9780241989715","price":8.04,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1ee72ed7645f5f225fafad071747f612.jpg?v=1632192606","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/mr-wilder-and-me-2","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}