Any Human Heart

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Any Human Heart is a classic, bestselling novel by William Boyd, now adapted into a major Channel 4 drama. The story follows Logan Mountstuart, whose life spans the twentieth century, reflecting both the ordinary and extraordinary. As a writer inspired by Hemingway and Woolf, a spy recruited by Ian Fleming, and an art dealer in '60s New York, Logan interacts with the influential figures of his time. Yet, like many, he grapples with personal relationships, making familiar mistakes in his pursuit of happiness. This narrative offers a profound exploration of a life fully lived and the complexities of the human heart. Readers who appreciate the works of Sebastian Faulks, Nick Hornby, and Hilary Mantel will find much to enjoy, as will fans of British and historical fiction. The recent four-part Channel 4 adaptation, scripted by Boyd and featuring stars like Kim Cattrall and Gillian Anderson, brings this story to a new audience. Critics have praised the novel for its astonishing and humorous storytelling, capturing the essence of a past era. Boyd, born in Ghana and educated in Scotland, has received numerous awards for his novels, including A Good Man in Africa. He currently splits his time between London and south-west France.