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This book examines the cultural identity, behaviors, and traditions of the English people. It delves into their self-perception, views of other nations, and the dynamics of their societal values, such as politeness, humor, and a sense of fairness. The work explores historical influences, their attitudes toward outsiders, and their relationships with neighboring countries. It provides a nuanced analysis of English customs, manners, and stereotypes, both from the perspective of the English show more themselves and through the eyes of others. The book aims to offer insights into the complexities of English culture and identity, combining historical context with sociological observation. It is intended for readers interested in cultural studies, anthropology, and the unique characteristics of nations. show lessTags
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It's no wonder that the English are incomprehensible to foreigners. The authors brilliantly capture the Englishness of the 90% of society from the respectable working class upwards.
I would have easily given it 5 stars if it had included two other subcultures; the admittedly small upper class, and the troublesome non-respectable working class i.e. the Kray twins cockney fan club, lager louts and football yobs.
I would have easily given it 5 stars if it had included two other subcultures; the admittedly small upper class, and the troublesome non-respectable working class i.e. the Kray twins cockney fan club, lager louts and football yobs.
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Common Knowledge
- Canonical title
- Xenophobe's Guide to the English
- Epigraph
- 'The English have a natural distrust of the unfamiliar and nowhere is this more clearly seen than in their attitude to the geography of their own country.'
The English population is 49 million (compared with 5 million ... (show all)Scots, 10 million Greeks, 15 million Dutch, 39 million Spanish, 58 million French, 82 million Germans, 149 million Russians and 269 million Americans). - First words
- Xenophobia, although a Greek word, has its spiritual home in the English dictionary where it is drily defined as an 'abstract' noun.
- Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)It's the ultimate replacement for words.
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- Languages
- 8 — Chinese, Czech, Dutch, English, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish
- Media
- Paper, Ebook
- ISBNs
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