- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: Headline Review (4 Oct 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 075531591X
- ISBN-13: 978-0755315918
- Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 13 x 2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
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Daily Telegraph
'Gloriously funny'
Marcus Berkmann, The Spectator
'(This) book has wit and boundless energy and is a thousand times better than the books of Clarkson'
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40 of 50 people found the following review helpful
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A refreshing antidote to the liberal/left's domination of contemporary intellectual culture, this book takes a hilarious stab at all that's wrong with modern Britain: anti-smoking hysteria; health and safety fixations; the BBC's obsession with Muslims and the middle east; trendy teachers; and posits the amusing theory that Mark Steele and Mark Thomas are essentially the same person.
It's not just a 'grumpy old men/Daily Mail' style rant though - amid the humour Mr Delingpole makes a serious plea for the rights of the individual in an increasingly restrictive society. Yes the humour is a bit below the belt in places and there is a feeling that Mr Delingpole turns into 'disgusted of Tunbridge Wells' at one or two points, but this is merely the same hypberbole that has kept left-wing comedians in business for years.
My one criticism would be the lack of references, which is why I have not given the book five stars. I know it's a humorous book rather than a serious political treatise, but without proper references it's too easy for critics to dismiss some of the material as right-wing scaremongering.
If you think modern society has gone mad, you'll love this book. If you read the Guardian and think that the BBC is an impartial, middle of the road organisation, you probably won't!
It's not just a 'grumpy old men/Daily Mail' style rant though - amid the humour Mr Delingpole makes a serious plea for the rights of the individual in an increasingly restrictive society. Yes the humour is a bit below the belt in places and there is a feeling that Mr Delingpole turns into 'disgusted of Tunbridge Wells' at one or two points, but this is merely the same hypberbole that has kept left-wing comedians in business for years.
My one criticism would be the lack of references, which is why I have not given the book five stars. I know it's a humorous book rather than a serious political treatise, but without proper references it's too easy for critics to dismiss some of the material as right-wing scaremongering.
If you think modern society has gone mad, you'll love this book. If you read the Guardian and think that the BBC is an impartial, middle of the road organisation, you probably won't!
39 of 50 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
With Tony Blair so firmly pinned against the ropes at the moment it seems almost cruel for James Delingpole to step into the ring and give him such a pasting, but what he has to say needs saying and you can only hope this helps see Blair on his way.
As someone who feels no more guilty about Slavery than I do about the Norman conquest it is deeply refreshing to read well-informed argument that backs up my own views and gives me added ammunition in my tireless battle against Annoying Lefty Friends.
One of the joys of this book is how it is so calculated to wind up humourless hand-wringing liberal left eco-warriors. You don't have to look far for evidence of this.
This is a book you dip in and out of, a cathartic book that you can turn to in times of Left-induced rage, as you watch everything that was once great about this country gurgle down the plug hole that is 10 years of New Labour.
As someone who feels no more guilty about Slavery than I do about the Norman conquest it is deeply refreshing to read well-informed argument that backs up my own views and gives me added ammunition in my tireless battle against Annoying Lefty Friends.
One of the joys of this book is how it is so calculated to wind up humourless hand-wringing liberal left eco-warriors. You don't have to look far for evidence of this.
This is a book you dip in and out of, a cathartic book that you can turn to in times of Left-induced rage, as you watch everything that was once great about this country gurgle down the plug hole that is 10 years of New Labour.
17 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
"I think that anybody who finds themselves in agreement with this sort of writing needs to think very carefully about themselves. From expirience, I would say that you are likely to be arrogant, ignorant, highly inflated and have no genuine concern for anything or anyone that does not affect you. In short, you are thick. I'm sorry but I'm afraid it's the truth."
From experience I would say that you don't get asked to many parties, Mr T.
The only problem with this book is that it isn't long enough. Suggestions for a second edition - right-on 'staff picks' in bookshops, (especially if it's Chomsky); and the ghastly semi-Christian piety of 'liberals', especially when projecting their own personality on to their opponent(see above).
From experience I would say that you don't get asked to many parties, Mr T.
The only problem with this book is that it isn't long enough. Suggestions for a second edition - right-on 'staff picks' in bookshops, (especially if it's Chomsky); and the ghastly semi-Christian piety of 'liberals', especially when projecting their own personality on to their opponent(see above).
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Fun stuff and asabonus it annoys lefties
A good read that you will polish off in a single bus ride and if you are young or stupid you might actually learn something.
Published 6 months ago by josephus
Funny, entertaining reference on the absurdities of PC Britain.
This alphabetically arranged reference, written from a mainly right wing, sarcastic perspective by James Delingpole, explores some of the absurdities of politically correct... Read more
Published 8 months ago by S. M. Loveland
Would only appeal to any remaining disciples of the National Front
I think even the BNP would think this monstrosity of a book is a little extreme. Adds nothing to the debate, but rather makes cheap jokes based on untrue left-wing stereotypes... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Edward
An easy read
Yes, it is how to be right. Mostly. I thought it would be an instruction manual in logical fallacies. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Adfitz
A book of amusing home truths
Well written with tongue in cheek. But essentially true. However books like this do age rather quickly as "liberal" (social democrat, social liberal, liberal socialist etc)... Read more
Published 14 months ago by horseman
Disappointing
Unlike many reviews I'm not here to rant on my political persuasions but merely the book, which I found to be disappointing to say the least. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ben Hobbs
Excellent policy review which Nick Clegg should read ASAP
Excellent, entertaining, and funny: reminds me of reading Dr Sam Johnson's Dictionary for the first time. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mr. N. B. Cook
Basically, it's just a list.
I notice that one reviewer has noted in this book's praise that '...it can be read quickly..' I think that's one of its best features; thank goodness it's not any longer. Read more
Published 15 months ago by David A. Rice
Surly...
there must be a book written on how to be rid of these sub human right wingers once an for all before they destroy the constitution, america- and the world-and pave the way for the... Read more
Published on 3 April 2010 by Mark C.
Enjoyable read
An entertaining book that can be read quickly.
It suffers a little from the reader never quite being sure how serious the author is. Read more
It suffers a little from the reader never quite being sure how serious the author is. Read more
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