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The best humour book by a UK writer for a decade
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DANNY WALLACE IS A MAN.
And a man is a very tricky thing to be these days.
A toe-curling moment, an embarrassing faux-pas or a bewildering social situation is always just round the corner.
Danny, for example, says the wrong thing about a friend's baby; accidentally follows a woman down a dark street; has his party gate-crashed by a minor celebrity; and even discovers the pleasures of wearing pyjamas (exciting isn't it!). He breaks all the rules; hides a pastry; accidentally spits on someone; tricks Su Pollard; and (we've all been there) avoids his old hairdresser. And then there are the times when he has an argument with a bishop; experiences stage fright in the men's room; gets his wife a treat; and (eventually) helps a lady who has accidentally got her skirt all hitched up.
As we follow a year in his life - and it becomes obvious to the attentive reader that here is a man who finds it a challenge to even look after himself properly - an even greater responsibility looms on the horizon...
Once you have read this book you will see Awkward Situations everywhere you go and life will never be the same again. And, it's very, very funny.
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45 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
First of all, I am a lady, and I was in no way alienated by the title. I know what Danny's like. The Awkward Situations contained in this book, while written by a reputed Man, for other Men, are human experiences. I could absolutely relate. So if you happen to be in possession of a vagina, don't be scared off.
Secondly, this book starts slowly. My initial reaction was "Yes, but that could happen to anyone." It took a little while before I realised that was the point - these things can happen to anyone, and, consequentially, do happen to everyone. I don't know at what point Danny won me over, but by the bit with the canned tomatoes I was giggling so much that I was in serious danger of dropping my copy in the bath!
If you're not British and have always wondered about our peculiar attitude to manners, shame and dignity, this book will offer a valuable insight. If you are British, it will offer sympathy and companionship.
Danny writes with the usual charm and gentle wit that keeps me coming back to his books. Thoroughly recommended.
Secondly, this book starts slowly. My initial reaction was "Yes, but that could happen to anyone." It took a little while before I realised that was the point - these things can happen to anyone, and, consequentially, do happen to everyone. I don't know at what point Danny won me over, but by the bit with the canned tomatoes I was giggling so much that I was in serious danger of dropping my copy in the bath!
If you're not British and have always wondered about our peculiar attitude to manners, shame and dignity, this book will offer a valuable insight. If you are British, it will offer sympathy and companionship.
Danny writes with the usual charm and gentle wit that keeps me coming back to his books. Thoroughly recommended.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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This is a great book. I've always liked Danny Wallace, his writing style is excellent and he's very funny. This is a good book to dip into, it's very light and great for reading on the bus or when you've only got a spare 5 minutes.
However, Awkward Situations For Men is extremely poor value for money. Considering what the average price is for a Kindle book on Amazon £7.19 is very steep - especially when you consider that these are articles which have already been published. It feels like he's just trying to cash in on articles that he's already been paid to write.
It's also a very short book. I can't help feeling that it should be merged with the follow-up book 'More Awkward Situations For Men'. That would make the book a decent length and be much better value for money.
Also, the fonts of the titles of each chapter don't show up properly on Kindle. Doesn't really matter as it doesn't affect the content of the chapters, but still kind of annoying.
As I say, Danny Wallace is great, but you're probably better off buying one of his other books - Friends Like These and Join Me are both under £5 on Amazon.
However, Awkward Situations For Men is extremely poor value for money. Considering what the average price is for a Kindle book on Amazon £7.19 is very steep - especially when you consider that these are articles which have already been published. It feels like he's just trying to cash in on articles that he's already been paid to write.
It's also a very short book. I can't help feeling that it should be merged with the follow-up book 'More Awkward Situations For Men'. That would make the book a decent length and be much better value for money.
Also, the fonts of the titles of each chapter don't show up properly on Kindle. Doesn't really matter as it doesn't affect the content of the chapters, but still kind of annoying.
As I say, Danny Wallace is great, but you're probably better off buying one of his other books - Friends Like These and Join Me are both under £5 on Amazon.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As a fan of Danny Wallace's other books I was suprised to find this was in a slightly different format. It is set out as a set of short (just a few pages each) of observations and anecdotes from Danny. As Danny is roughly my age I found I could relate to a lot of his thoughts which at times made laugh and at other times squirm through recognition.
Having said that, I can imagine if you are from a different age group and have not yet read any of Danny's other books then this might not be the best one to read first. However, if you like Danny's adventures and are prepared to go with him away from his normal style (but still retaining his humour) then this is worth a read.
Having said that, I can imagine if you are from a different age group and have not yet read any of Danny's other books then this might not be the best one to read first. However, if you like Danny's adventures and are prepared to go with him away from his normal style (but still retaining his humour) then this is worth a read.
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Brilliant read
Danny Wallace is quite literally a literary genius! Loved every second of this book. Great for when on holiday. Would recommend to anyone
Published 2 months ago by AbsolutionFC
Got to love this man
I have loved Danny Wallace's books ever since "Join Me" and this book totally lived up to my expectations. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Georgina Slater
Laughed till I cried. Shame I was on a train.
So, I haven't read the magazine articles so this was all fresh to me. There aren't many things in life that make you laugh uncontrollably. For me this was one of them. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Dannimac
Disappointing
I general I like Danny Wallace's books quite a lot, but this isn't really a book, it's a series of short articles republished in book form.. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Tralfamadore
Very nice, very British
Directly after I read this book my wife picked it up and enjoyed it just as much. Immensely likable, more great writing from Mr Wallace.
Published 9 months ago by Phil L
Awkward situations for men
Fantastic read, very real and very true. I feel I may have been in a few of these situations too. Good work Mr Wallace.
Published 9 months ago by Stu82
Good for a giggle on the train
I guess this book is pretty much what it says on the tin - a collection of short articles that have previously appeared in Shortlist magazine. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Miss Richards
Hilarious
An absolutely hilarious read. Whilst I wouldn't describe all of the situations as awkward, they're still brilliant. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Bobalob
Very funny and a brilliant read
I am not usually a book reader but i could not put this book down, the chapters were not long which made it easy to read and were so funny that i wanted to read the next chapter... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Angel
Funny but lacking substance
Not quite what I was expecting - admittedly I bought this book on the strength of his past work rather than reading about it before diving in. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mr. P. Stamp
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