45 pages • 1 hour read
Nick HornbyFever Pitch
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1992A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Fever Pitch by Nick Hornby is an autobiographical exploration of Hornby’s life through his love for football and the Arsenal Football Club. Chronicling key matches and personal experiences from childhood to adulthood, the book illustrates how his football obsession intertwines with and impacts his relationships, career, and overall happiness.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Nick Hornby's Fever Pitch resonates with readers for its humorous and heartfelt exploration of a soccer fan's obsession. Praised for its wit and relatability, it captures the highs and lows of fandom. Criticisms include a niche appeal that may alienate non-sports enthusiasts. Overall, it scores with engaging prose and emotional depth.
Who Should Read Fever Pitch?
A reader who would enjoy Fever Pitch by Nick Hornby is likely a sports enthusiast, particularly soccer, with an interest in personal narratives and memoirs. Comparable to works like Bill Bryson’s A Walk in the Woods and George Plimpton’s Paper Lion, they appreciate humor, introspection, and a deep dive into fandom and its impacts.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
1340LBook Details
Sports
Society: Community
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Identity: Mental Health
British Literature
Modern Classic Fiction
Humor