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A good book spoilt - Rated
I really enjoyed it so would have received four stars.
However it was spoilt by the authors political views and as it wasn't necessary to the book, then it looses two stars.
An eye for the extraordinary in the ordinary - Rated
Joe Moran's book is a masterpiece of brilliant observation. "Queuing for Beginners" is a history of everyday life in Britian since the 1940s and looks at the imperceptible changes - mainly as a result of technology or political policy - that have taken place in such daily activities as commuting, going to the bank, business meetings, watching the weather forecast or going to bed.
It's a fascinating read, particularly if you work in a field such as market research and it is very well-written with humour and humanity.
I'm pleased to see that it's coming out in paperback so it should reach an even wider audience - it certainly deserves to.
Essential reading for inhabitants and immigrants - Rated
This wonderful book should be compulsory reading for all UK citizens and those wishing to become one - or indeed those visiting and wondering why we are like we are.
Well written, well researched - a gem.
Rob Sawyer
A great book - ideal for a gift - Rated
I really enjoyed this book. It literally had me laughing out loud on the tube. It's insightful and well written. It's also an easy read and great for dipping in and out of.
I'm buying a copy for my dad as I know he'd like it. I'd say it's an ideal book for people interested in history, sociology or just British culture. It's also an easy read and not at all academic or dry.
Entertaining read - Rated
An original book. Contents organised around people's typical days, but I find the chapters are great fun to dip into - and are the right length for that. They are in effect essays. I've learnt plenty of stuff from this book in terms of social history, sociology - but that makes it sound dry and academic, which it isn't. It's a whimsical, diverting, read.
