This list is for anyone with a well-read boyfriend, literary uncle, bookish father, or cultured grandfather. If the man in your life enjoys a brilliant work of fiction, or disappearing into a favourite famous face’s biography, then this may just be the place you find the perfect gift for them!
The men in my family are notoriously difficult to buy for but thankfully they are all avid readers so taking them as inspiration we bring you- 10 Literary Gifts For Him. We hope to cover all the bases here, from the classy intellectual to the nerdy and humorous, you will find what you need.
Perfect for the guy who really doesn’t want to go to that neighbour’s party, or dinner at the in-law’s without their latest read. The design comes in over 10 different colours and in a host of styles- from this short sleeved T to super-comfy hoodies!
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“Absence doesn’t make the heart grow fonder.
It makes people think you’re dead.”
Christopher Fowler’s book takes us through 99 authors who were once famous and well-loved, but have since fallen by the wayside. This bibliophile’s dream is the perfect book for a reader who enjoys discovering new-to-them authors.
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One ridiculously comfortable hoody from the literary store of For Reading Addicts, featuring a quote from one of the most quotable funny men in history.
Sizes range from Small to 5XL and with over 10 colours to choose from there is a hoody for everyone!
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For the man who loves to drink while he reads! This miniature version of the bestselling cocktail book is a great gift set for any literary lush. The kit comes with a Tequila Mockingbird-branded bartender’s jigger for measuring liquor, two cocktail stirring sticks, and a 48-page abridgement of the original book, featuring 15 drink recipes paired with wry commentary on the literature that inspired them.
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If conversation is drying up and your best quips are falling flat then it is time to bring out this card game! The Art of Literary Conversation helps brings a spark back to the dinner party, and livens up any literary lovers lives. Book clubs also find these cards useful for bringing debate into the room, engaging every player in a stimulating discussion about their favourite, or least favourite, book!
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The Paddywax Library Collection pairs your favourite literary hero with their own exquisite fragrance. Each reusable copper travel tin is stamped with the Paddywax logo and holds a quality 2-wick candle. The Mark Twain Paddywax candle contains the subtle and masculine fragrance of tobacco flower and vanilla with a burn time of 20 hours- giving the study a warming and relaxing scent.
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Dick: A Card Game Based on the Novel by Herman Melville.
Using Melville’s prose as answers this card game can quickly descend into hilarity. There are 100 questions based on present day, with over 350 quotes direct from Melville’s work, and a few dick jokes thrown in for good measure. Excellent for all adults, not suitable for children, but perfect for fans of games such as Cards Against Humanity.
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This creative, foldable book light would make a perfect addition to any study or bedside. No man’s partner would be woken up by the glow from this light as he tries to read into the night! Once fully charged they offer five hours of light, and are recharged via USB. A great gift for the modern gentleman.
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This is the most lightweight book rest out there making it perfect for the man who travels a lot. Commuters adore the way this can fold flat while travelling, but stay sturdy enough to hold their book as they sit on the train or plane. It can also be used to hold your book or tablet as you work on a project in the shed or kitchen.
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Just imagine the look on the boss’s face when this truth-bomb hits them in the face. Some of us were just mean to have our faces buried in a book, but unfortunately in order to pay for those books we must also work. Bah!
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