A man named Uwe

A man named Uwe

Fredrik Backman

The novel "A Man Named Ove" is the literary debut of the popular Swedish journalist and blogger Fredrik Backman. The book was published in 2012. To date, more than five million copies have been sold. The novel "A Man Named Ove" is a funny, ironic, touching and wise story about people who, for one reason or another, have become unnecessary to society. A work about the daily courage to live and be yourself.

Ove is a good grumbler who has been tested many times by fate. Having retired and lost his beloved wife, he is forced to search for the meaning of life anew. But does Ove want this? No matter how sad his choice may be, there is still a lot of love, friendship and adventure waiting for the man.

The book was adapted into a film in Sweden, and the film based on Backman's novel is among the country's most popular films of all time. The novel became a New York Times bestseller, receiving rave reviews from both literary critics and readers.

Book reviews

"A magical debut. You'll laugh and cry, and feel a new sympathy for the people around you. And you'll want to move to Scandinavia, where everything becomes real."
People

"If there were an award for the most charming book of the year, the Swedish blogger's first novel would definitely win it."
Publishers Weekly

"A simple yet heartfelt novel that has won over countless people."
Independent

"A heartfelt, hilarious, dynamic, and uplifting debut novel that tells a heartwarming story of love and community."
BBC