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A Year In The Merde

by Stephen Clarke
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Insightful comedy on French culture shock.

A Year in the Merde is a witty and humorous book that delves into the experience of a young Englishman adjusting to life in Paris. The book provides a unique insight into French culture - from their fondness for cheese to their willingness to strike - as well as practical tips on surviving in Paris. This book is ideal for anyone looking for a laugh and a glimpse into French culture, with a relatable main character who navigates life's struggles with charm and wit.

Note: 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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A Year In The Merde

by Stephen Clarke
$5.90 Now $3.90 Save 34% more
ISBN: 9780552772969
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $15.29
Authors: Stephen Clarke
Publisher: Black Swan Books
Date of Publication: 2005-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary
Goodreads rating: 3.53
(rated by 15653 readers)

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Paul West, a young Englishman, arrives in Paris to start a new job - and finds out what the French are really like. They do eat a lot of cheese, some of which smells like pigs' droppings. They don't wash their armpits with garlic soap. Going on strike really is the second national participation sport after pétanque. And, yes, they do use suppositories.In his first novel, Stephen Clarke gives a laugh-out-loud account of the pleasures and perils of being a Brit in France. Less quaint than A Year in Provence, less chocolatey than Chocolat, A Year in the Merde will tell you how to get served by the grumpiest Parisian waiter; how to make perfect vinaigrette every time; how to make amour - not war; and how not to buy a house in the French countryside.
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Insightful comedy on French culture shock.

A Year in the Merde is a witty and humorous book that delves into the experience of a young Englishman adjusting to life in Paris. The book provides a unique insight into French culture - from their fondness for cheese to their willingness to strike - as well as practical tips on surviving in Paris. This book is ideal for anyone looking for a laugh and a glimpse into French culture, with a relatable main character who navigates life's struggles with charm and wit.

Note: 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.