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(2000 Years of Upper Class idiots) A cantankerous history of Britain - Many of us were put off history by the dry and dreary way it was taught at school. Back then ‘The Origins of the Industrial Revolution’ somehow seemed less compelling than the chance to test the bold claim on Timothy Johnsons ‘Shatter proof’ ruler.
But here at last is a chance to have a good laugh and learn all that stuff you feel you really ought to know by now…In this ‘Horrible History for Grown Ups’ you can read how Anglo-Saxon liberals struggled to be positive about immigration; ‘Look I think we have to try and respect the religious customs of our new Viking friends – Oi, he’s nicked my bloody ox!’
Discover how England’s peculiar class system was established by some snobby French nobles whose posh descendants still have wine cellars and second homes in the Dordogne today. And explore the complex socio-economic reasons why Britain’s kings were the first in Europe to be brought to heel; (because the Stuarts were such a useless bunch of untalented, incompetent, arrogant, upper-class thickos that Parliament didn’t have much choice.)
A book about then that is also incisive and illuminating about now, ‘2000 Years of Upper Class Idiots in Charge’, is an hilarious, informative and cantankerous journey through Britain’ fascinating and bizarre history.As entertaining as a witch burning, and a lot more laughs.
An Utterly Impartial History of Britain (fiction)John O'Farrell (Author)
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As a former university history student, I have to say that I knew shockingly little about the times of Ancient and post- Cromwellian Britain. Most history books I read were so dry and, frankly, dull, that I felt my head hitting the page after the first lines of the introduction. This book is totally different, and all the better for it.
From reading this book, the author has made British history flow from one dynasty to the next so that you are compelled to turn the page. OK, so it might not be a true historians critique of our past, but it's one that is easily repeatable.
Running through the narrative is a wonderfully sarcastic wit, which not only serves to make the book more pleasurable to read but also reminds us of our true murky past, should we think that Britain's history is one of stiff- upper- lipped honour and decency from start to finish.
Each monarch is scrutinised for what they really were, from Elizabeth I and what really caused the defeat of the Spanish Armada (bad weather!) to the puritanical despotism of Cromwell's rule, despite being seen nowadays as almost a national hero, having a statue in pride of place outside Westminster.
I would recommend this book to anyone, as a funny, witty, and informative guide to British History. If you're new to History or just want to refresh your memory or expand your knowledge, this book is well worth a read. It'll make you laugh too, which is always a plus!
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Within two pages of this book - i was hooked! I was openly laughing at the wit and humour as O'Farrell describes history in such a way that you'll never think of British History the same way again.
For spanning all of British History - it misses some of the details. But you cannot expect a complete reference guide from this book. It's light hearted and a very good read!
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English history explained in a very humorous way. Really enjoyed it. If only history had been this much fun at school!
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