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Merde Actually
Merde Actually
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A year after arriving in France, Englishman Paul West is still struggling with some fundamental questions:
What is the best way to scare a gendarme? Why are there no health warnings on French nudist beaches? And is it really polite to sleep with your boss's mistress?
Paul opens his English tea room, and mutates (temporarily) into a Parisian waiter; samples the pleasures of typically French hotel-room afternoons; and, on a return visit to the UK, sees the full horror of a British office party through Parisian eyes.
Meanwhile, he continues his search for the perfect French mademoiselle. But will Paul find l'amour éternel, or will it all end in merde?
MERDE ACTUALLY
In his second comedy of errors, Paul West continues to sabotage the entente cordiale.
Author's apology: 'I'd just like to say sorry to all the suppository fans out there, because in this book there are no suppositories. There are, however, lots of courgettes, and I see this as progress. Suppositories to courgettes - I think it proves that I'm developing as a writer.' Stephen Clarke
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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One Line Summary
Humorous exploration of French life through British eyes
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Who is this book for?
If you enjoy witty cultural observations and laugh-out-loud moments, Merde Actually offers a delightful glimpse into the quirks of French and British life. Paul West's hilarious adventures and candid reflections make it a perfect read for those who love cultural humor with a touch of cheeky self-awareness. It's like sharing a good-natured roast of both nations, all wrapped up in a charming, fast-paced story.