Product Description

From the Act of Union to Anne Robinson, Neighbours from Hell?
looks at the Enlgish attitudes to the Welsh. Drawing on the author's
experience of the comedy circit, cartoons; the popular press and postcards;
from Tours of the Picturesque to the novels of Niall Griffiths, the range
of reference is as broad as the writing style is witty. Stereotypes
explored include the Welsh character (shifty, oversexed or verbose); the
Welsh language (dead, ugly or secret code for extremists), and the
landscape.
Mike Parker examines treacherous policy decisions sacrificing communities
to reservoirs, forestry and military ranges. And he warns of future loss
through blinkered tourist and property marketing. This is fine and funny
polemic with a purpose, by the author of Rough Guide to Wales.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #24921 in Books
• Published on: 2007-02-14
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

Byron Rogers
Required reading for the English, and more importantly for the
Welsh.

London Welsh
A trenchant and extremely witty account.

Richard Madely, Richard and Judy
Fascinating... a great read.