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India Knight (Author)
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Book Description

Publication Date: 12 Aug 2004

Some people, the author included, love shopping so much that even the weekly trawl round Waitrose is a treat. In this essential guide/memoir, India Knight dissects the singular pleasures afforded by everyone's favourite pastime: from dragging your mother around TopShop aged 14 to feeling your entire life would somehow be perfect if only you bought that battered leather sofa.

Part series of essays, part lists of essential information, you will never wonder about where to get the perfect 2-inches-off-the-waist pants again. The Shops is a book for everyone who's ever had to part with cash, which is to say, a book for everyone.

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  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin; Updated ed edition (12 Aug 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0141011483
  • ISBN-13: 978-0141011486
  • Product Dimensions: 12.9 x 1.4 x 19.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 28,636 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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India Knight's first novel, My Life On A Plate, was published in 2000 to huge critical acclaim. Her second novel, Don't You Want Me, was published in 2002 and received similar rave reviews. She writes a column for The Sunday Times, alongside other newspapers and magazines. India Knight lives in London E8 with her two sons.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely fabulous 13 Nov 2003
By Anna jeffreys
Format:Hardcover
This book is everything the other reviewers say and more. The funniest thing about it (apart from the fact that it is very funny indeed) is that I feel like it's my friend. I know this sounds mad, but I really love this book, in the same way that I really love my favourite handbag. I want to carry it around with me and consult it whenever I feel like I need cheering up. There's something sort of magically charming about it - you know how you have a favourite book when you're young and it gets all tattered and dog-eared because you can't stop reading it and take it everywhere with you? This is one of those. I haven't felt this way about a book since I was a teenager, and I'm a 35 year old woman!
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I Love India Knight! 15 Nov 2003
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
Words cannot describe how fntastic this book is: Funny, informative, descriptive. A Bible for the modern woman - and her man!
I love India Knight. I love how she writes and what she says. Indeed a phenomenon - not that its saying anything that any self respecting shopaholic doesn't know already, but its so much fun!
I am recommending it to ALL of my friends!
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I'd give it six stars if I could 12 Nov 2003
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
This book is FANTASTIC. It's not only incredibly useful - she tells you where to get everything you might conceivably want, from ready-meals to beds to knickers -- but it's also a really FABULOUS read, like sitting down with your best friend and having a good old gossip about everything under the sun. The stuff about her childhood is both very funny and very touching -- as in her novels, you're laughing hysterically one minute and reaching for the tissues the next. Very quirky, very clever, makes you want to hang out with the author. And, not least, it's beautiful looking and will make a fantastic Christmas present for everyone I know, from my nan upwards. Buy this book.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Short & expensive
Loads of typos in the e-book version which is off-putting and basically just a list of websites the author likes. Read more
Published 2 months ago by pfmm
5.0 out of 5 stars A must for all shopaholics!!!
I found this book a while ago in a charity shop and bought it because it was about my favourite, topic/ pastime- SHOPPING!! Read more
Published on 25 Nov 2010 by Miss Shoes
5.0 out of 5 stars on shopping
very well written just think india knight rocks a must buy for any woman here that for men who don`t like shopping.
Published on 10 Jan 2010 by Mrs. T. Hutchinson
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book
This book is great, loads of varied information and imaginative ideas, I love shopping but sometimes struggle to get different gifts, so this is perfect to dip into when I am... Read more
Published on 24 July 2009 by Mooms77
5.0 out of 5 stars What a fabulous book!
I wasn't too sure what I was getting with this book - a psychoanalysis of shopping, lists of places to go, or a novel about someone who shops a lot? Read more
Published on 29 Mar 2007 by Mrs. E. E. C. Cole
5.0 out of 5 stars What A Fantastic Book
I was surprised at how much I loved this book. I don't like 'chick-lit' so have never read any of India Knight's books before, but I saw this and thought I'd give it a go as I love... Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2007 by vivsy
1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
India Knight normally produces books of high quality which make me laugh - hence why I bought this one on recommendation from Amazon. Read more
Published on 20 Mar 2006
5.0 out of 5 stars A synopsis of an even better book!
On Shopping is an introduction to India Hicks' more interesting and involved book 'The Shops'. It is perfect for dipping into when you have a spare moment. Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2005
5.0 out of 5 stars More, please, Penguin!
I hate shopping. I fear clothes. I apply what little five-year-old make-up I own in about 10 seconds before I fly out the door. Read more
Published on 18 May 2005 by Laura Calder
5.0 out of 5 stars A Shoppers delight!
If you love shopping, this book is a dream. India Knight is funny and has included some great little stories about growing up. There are great tips, great websites and ideas. Read more
Published on 10 Jan 2005
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