As Dara goes door-to-door in search of England in this part tour diary, part travelogue, the result is an affectionate, hilarious and often eye-opening journey through the Sceptred Isle. these are just some of the themes that stand-up comedian Dara O Briain explores in 'Tickling the English. these are just some of the themes that stand-up comedian Dara O Briain explores in Tickling the English. This book was released on with total page 320 pages. Tickling the English Dara Briain 3.65 2,510 ratings158 reviews Nostalgia, identity, eccentricity, gin drinking and occasional violence. Nostalgia, identity, eccentricity, gin consumption and occasional violence. Swapping anecdotes with his audiences and spending time wandering in their hometowns, this nosy neighbour holds England up to the light while exploring some of the attitudes he brought over here with him too. Download or read book Tickling the English written by Dara O Briain and published by Penguin UK. Why do the English pretend to be unhappy all the time? Why can't they accept they rank about 5th, in everything? And what's with all the fudge? But this Irishman loves a challenge he's certainly got the gregarious personality and the sure-fire wit to bring down the barriers of that famous English reserve, and have a good old rummage inside. O Briain moved to England many years ago, but when he takes his show on tour around the country - from deserted seaside towns and remote off-shore islands, to sprawling industrial cities and sleepy suburbs - it's clear to him that his adopted home is still a bit of an enigma.

Nostalgia, identity, eccentricity, gin drinking and occasional violence. As Dara goes door-to-door in search of England in this part tour diary, part travelogue, the result is an affectionate, hilarious and often eye-opening journey.

Tickling the English by Dara Ó Briain