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The Full English
A Journey in Search of a Country and its People
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the diverse cultures and unique character of England through the eyes of a witty and observant traveller. It offers a delightful blend of storytelling, cultural insights, and humour, making for an engaging read about the quirky essence of English life. Adventure and a keen sense of humour are woven into a narrative that captures the heart of England's spirit.
The Full English
A Sunday Times Book of the Week and Top 10 Bestseller A Times bestseller A Waterstones Paperback of the Year 2024 A Spectator Book of the Year
The bestselling state-of-the-nation travel book of the year
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The Full English is recognised as a Sunday Times Book of the Week and has become a Top 10 Bestseller. This acclaimed book is also a Times bestseller and a Waterstones Paperback of the Year 2024. It was selected as a Spectator Book of the Year as well.
What kind of country is England today? What does it mean to be English? Are we hungry for change, or are we seeking old certainties?
Join Stuart Maconie on an enlightening, entertaining journey through England. From Bristol's Banksy to Durham's beaches, from Cotswolds corduroy to Stoke's oatcakes, Maconie traverses the land.
Guided by the footsteps of J.B. Priestley's classic travelogue, English Journey, he explores our national identity and its evolution over the last century. Stuart draws inspiration from the encounters with people he meets at bus stops and train stations, cafes and corner shops.
Travelling the length of the land, he delves into the contrasts between city and town, north and south. With affection and insight, he examines England's past and present. Whether passing the boutique hotels of Manchester, the moors of Ilkley, or the grand houses of Tynemouth, he illuminates the lives of the people who inhabit these places and ponders what the future holds for them. Along the way, he uncovers local heroes and secret histories over early breakfasts and last orders.
Through his journey, he allows us to see our homes and habits, hopes and eccentricities with fresh eyes. The Full English challenges us to embrace the messy, shifting, and diverse nature of England and prompts us to question what kind of country we aspire to be.
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The Full English by Stuart Maconie is praised for its humorous and insightful writing, providing a perceptive look at English culture. The reviews commend Maconie's ability to mix light-hearted storytelling with deeper reflections on contemporary England. Critics highlight his engaging and conversational prose, describing his work as both entertaining and thoughtful.
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ISBN: 9780008498269
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 13 April 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperNorth
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 34.0mm
Width: 159.0mm
Height: 240.0mm
Weight: 560g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Stuart Maconie is a writer, broadcaster and journalist familiar to millions from his work in print, on radio and on TV. His previous bestsellers have included Cider with Roadies, Pies and Prejudice and Adventures on the High Teas. He hosts a show for BBC Radio 6 Music (with Mark Radcliffe) every weekend morning between 8 and 11am.Based in Birmingham and Manchester, he can also often be spotted on top of a mountain in the Lake District with a Thermos flask and individual pork pie. He is a champion ice skater and once shared a van with Napalm Death.
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