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Published in 2004 by Penguin Books, ''Adrian Mole and the Weapons of Mass Destruction'' is Sue Townsend's sixth full Adrian Mole novel (as opposed to ''and the Small Amphibians'' and the Guardian serial). It is set in 2002/3 and Adrian is 33¾ years of age. The life of the protagonist is covered for one year, with a short epilogue that jumps to a time one year later (to 2004). The title of the book refers to the weapons of mass destruction that were used as justification for the Iraq War which began at this time. This is a recurring theme throughout the book. ==Plot summary== The story also deals with an issue that has affected Sue Townsend directly; she was registered blind in 2001, as a result of long-term diabetes. ''Adrian Mole and the Weapons of Mass Destruction'' was typed by Townsend's husband from dictation. The novel is a bestseller due to the series' dedicated fan base, and has met with critical acclaim. Critics have praised the novel for its combination of sitcom-style humour with an underlying element of tragedy and pathos. Some consider it less comical and darker than the previous installment, ''Adrian Mole: The Cappuccino Years''. Critics claim that Mole's immature and angst-ridden personality has lost its appeal as he approaches middle-age, where it was endearing in a younger man.〔”()〕 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Adrian Mole and the Weapons of Mass Destruction」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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