Any Human Heart
Any Human Heart
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
Beta480
Novel • Fiction
Various Locations • 20th century
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Any Human Heart by William Boyd follows a person's journey through life in the 20th century, depicted through journal entries. The narrative captures pivotal historical events and personal experiences, providing insight into the complex human condition and the impact of time and place on an individual's path.
Reviews & Readership
30,614 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
William Boyd's Any Human Heart offers a richly detailed and immersive narrative, tracing the life of protagonist Logan Mountstuart. Reviewers praise Boyd's ability to capture the intricacies of human experience and historical context. However, some note its episodic structure occasionally feels disjointed. Overall, it's heralded for its emotional depth and compelling character study.
Who Should Read Any Human Heart?
Readers who relish introspective, character-driven narratives spanning decades, much like those found in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby or John Irving's A Prayer for Owen Meany, will be captivated by William Boyd's Any Human Heart. Fans of rich historical contexts and deeply personal storytelling will find this novel engrossing.
30,614 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
480
Novel • Fiction
Various Locations • 20th century
2004
Adult
18+ years
We’re just getting started
Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!