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At first, Matthew‘s parents think their son has an imaginary friend. Sure, he‘s a bit old for that but what harm can it do? Soon, however, evidence begins to pile up that Chocky may not be what they appear to be… This short book was very engaging and thought-provoking. A pleasant surprise! 214/1,001 #1001Books

Chocky is such a fascinating social document.

Went to Harvard yesterday (amazing!) and bought these two from the Harvard Book Store. They had a great selection of used NYRB books but I was restrained and just got the one 😂 and baby‘s first book ❤️

Matthew (12) doesn‘t have a simple imaginary friend, he is talking to Chocky, a supernatural invader who learns Matthew scientific stuff way beyond his years.

Starting from this simple fact, John Wyndham has written a clever and fascinating SF story, centered around the intriguing question: if there are intelligent beings from another world, how and when will they get in touch?

#1001books (Pic: Toronto, Canada)

#NYRBBookClub

It has been difficult to narrow them down, but here are my three nominations for our brandnew #NYRBBookClub, to read in May! 🎉

I chose one classic from the #1001books list, one American that I had stacked already and one that has been on my shelves for way too long and that I really want to read, a Hungarian one.

I am looking forward to your votes!
All credits to the awesome Scott for organizing. Thanks so much 💕

Finally finished my first book of the #readathon. A father tells the story of his adopted ‘tween son who has some very odd ideas which may or may not come from an imaginary friend. I read it slowly to savor it. Written in 1968, it warns about our inefficient use of energy. Surprised there aren‘t more Litsy posts!

Seems I may finish this bag of chips before I finish the book. #readathon

It‘s my first John Wyndham read and it‘s very enjoyable. In a similar vein as The Midwich Cuckoos (which I‘ve only seen the movie version of).

Is this some kind of trick? Why isn‘t she laying ON the book? Wonder if she‘s hiding a hairball UNDER the book. Do not trust the tabby.
#danger #catsoflitsy

Come watch my ugly mug talk about imaginary friends and aliens in my review of the classic ‘Chocky‘.
https://youtu.be/oNvtzKFJSrw
#booktube

This is the fourth Wyndham novel I've read and I've enjoyed them all. I just love the way he writes, and how he expertly delivers his odd little science fiction stories in short novels with no filler or wasted words. Chocky was his last novel, written a year before he died in 1969.

The introduction to my 1968 first edition paperback. The only problem is that there is no Mark in the book. The main character is named Matthew. Oh, well.

My current paper and audio reads. I‘m really enjoying Wyndham‘s Chocky so far. The Fifth Season is OK. A little too much fantasy for my tastes but I‘ll stick with it

Very interesting classic. I‘m only about halfway through and loving it. If my son turns 11 and starts taking to himself I will be equal parts horrified and excited.

When their son‘s imaginary friend starts asking questions that are too scientifically and mathematically advanced for a boy his age, they start to wonder if “Chocky” is really a figment of their son‘s imagination ... or something more sinister. 😬

I had to buy some gifts this weekend at a bookshop and it would just be unseemly if I didn‘t buy something for myself, right??

Chocky, the alien visitor has some pertinent points about the environment.

'For intelligent life is the only thing that gives meaning to the universe. It is a holy thing, to be fostered and treasured."

Today's #bookmail brightened my day.

#MayBookFlowers Day 6 - Supernatural Mysteries

I really enjoyed this tale of a young boy who starts talking to himself one day, then begins performing all this complicated maths work. Is he having mental health issues, or could there be a supernatural force at work?

My first audiobook of the year, Chocky by John Wyndham. Brilliantly narrated, and a really excellent story.

#Booktober Day 29 - Supernatural Beings

One day, 12yr old Matthew begins talking to an imaginary friend named Chocky. His parents aren't too worried, until Matthew begins doing very sophisticated math and science work. Is Chocky truly imaginary, or is there something else afoot?

#SupernaturalBeings #Chocky #JohnWyndham #nyrb

#currentlyreading and loving this modern classic! Has anyone read Wyndham?