Other People

Other People is a 1981 novel by the English satirist Martin Amis. The novel explores themes of social class, wealth, and the anxieties of contemporary life in Britain. It is characterized by Amis's signature dark humor and virtuosic storytelling technique, often delving into the darker aspects of human nature and societal decay. The book was part of a prolific period for Amis, who was known for his sharp critiques of modern society, often focusing on consumerism and moral decline. His father, Kingsley Amis, was also a prominent novelist, and Martin Amis often explored similar societal observations in his own work.12