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An Absolutely Remarkable Thing

Book • 2018
In this debut novel, Hank Green tells the story of April May, a 23-year-old who stumbles upon a giant sculpture in New York City.

After her friend uploads a video of the sculpture to YouTube, April wakes up to find herself at the center of a viral sensation.

The sculpture, named Carl, is not an isolated incident; similar structures have appeared in cities around the world.

As April navigates her newfound fame, she must deal with the consequences on her relationships, safety, and identity.

The book delves into themes such as the impact of social media on fame, the culture of radicalization, and how society handles fear and uncertainty.

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Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentioned by
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Steve Levitt
as one of
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Hank Green
's two New York Times bestselling novels.
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Wells Adams
as a book that he is enthralled with and plans to discuss in detail next week.
Idle Hands Are the Devil’s Playground
Mentioned by
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J Wortham
as a book that really scratches a certain itch and made them laugh.
Ep. 352 No Hierarchy of Legitimacy with J Wortham
Mentioned by John when referring to a scene in Hank Green's novel where many people share the same dream.
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Recommended by
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Wells Adams
who praised it as a compelling sci‑fi about viral fame and first contact.
Apples, Eggs, and Sexy Ranchers
Mentioned by
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Hank Green
as his previous book.
973 Creativity Hacks and Building Mass Influence with Hank Green
Mentioned by Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer as
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Hank Green
's debut novel, discussing his writing process and the themes of the book.
Hank Green Talks About His Writing Process and His Debut Novel, “An Absolutely Remarkable Thing”

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