Less: A Novel by Andrew Sean Greer
Andrew Sean Greer: Less is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about struggling novelist Arthur Less, who travels internationally to avoid an awkward wedding invitation. The listing describes a humorous, bittersweet love story, while customer feedback also points to divided opinions about how engaging and readable the story feels.
At a glance
- Follows novelist Arthur Less on travels arranged to avoid attending his former partner's wedding.
- Set across locations including Paris, Berlin, Morocco, Southern India and an island in the Arabian Sea.
- The publisher presents it as satire, romance and a reflection on time and the human heart.
- The listing identifies the novel as a Pulitzer Prize winner.
Reference price: $38.00
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines travel mishaps, humour and a love-story premise rather than focusing on a single setting.
- Customer feedback praises the writing, humour and emotional tone.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Lee Boudreaux Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | July 18 2017 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 272 pages |
| ISBN-10 (as listed) | 9780316316125 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-0316316125 |
| Dimensions | 15.88 x 2.54 x 24.45 cm |
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| Weight listed | 431 g |
What to know before buying
- The ISBN-10 field contains a 13-digit value, and the ISBN-13 field also uses an unusual hyphenated format. Confirm the edition and identifier with the selected listing if ISBN matching matters.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in literary fiction with humour, romance and travel settings.
- Readers looking for a novel described as both amusing and emotionally poignant.
Less suited to
- Readers who need a consistently fast-paced or immediately engaging read, since feedback on engagement and readability is mixed.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is favourable about the book's writing, humour and emotional qualities, with some readers calling it amusing and poignant. Reactions are less consistent on engagement, the story and readability, so buyers seeking a brisk, absorbing read may want to account for that uncertainty. The listing's travel-comedy and romance premise gives useful context, but does not guarantee that its style will work for every reader.
Positive themes
- Readers praise the writing style and find the humour amusing.
- Some readers describe the story as emotionally affecting.
Mixed feedback
- Readers differ on whether the story is engaging or boring.
- Readability reactions vary, with some finding it quick to read and others having difficulty getting into it.
Frequently asked questions
What is Less about?
The listing follows novelist Arthur Less as he travels to literary events around the world to avoid an awkward wedding invitation, encountering romantic and comic mishaps along the way.
What kind of novel is Less?
The listing frames it as literary fiction that blends satire, humour and romance, with reflections on time and relationships.
What edition and length are listed?
The listing specifies an illustrated edition with 272 pages.
Do readers find the book engaging?
Feedback is mixed. Some describe it as enjoyable and quick to read, while others say the story is boring or difficult to get into.
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