Brit-Think, Ameri-Think: A Transatlantic Survival Guide, Revised Edition
By:
Jane Walmsley
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Description:
hen it comes to understanding the great cultural ocean that divides Brits and Yanks, it's not just our vocabulary but also our attitudes that differ. This irreverent guide surveys a whole gamut of British-American divergences, from sex to food, from pets to religion, from sports to money, and from war to-most divergent of all-humor. Entertaining and invaluable, Brit-Think, Ameri-Think has been updated to reflect changes in political, cultural, and social trends, and includes new chapters on cultural icons Oprah Winfrey and Bridget Jones, and on Brit-cool vs. Ameri-cool.
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Release Date: 2003-02-25
Customer Review: 5 out of 5
An Anglo-American Field Guide. - Brit-Think, Ameri-Think: A Transatlantic Survival Guide, Revised Edition Here is a book to help you understand those who live across the pond (both ways). This book should help you understand the pysche of Brits and Yanks. It possesses a light style of writing, with cute cartoons that support the text that discusses cultural differences between the two societies. It was a very enjoyable read and informative, as well. CAUTION, two versions exist. The original that contains many references to Ronald Reagan/ Maragret Thatcher and life in the the 1980s, in general. The second version was re-written and updated for the 21st century. Make sure you are getting the book you want. Other than that, I fully recommend it all anglophiles and yankophiles out there.
Customer Review: 5 out of 5
Been there, lived that, she's right! - This book explains Boris Johnson's rumpled, ill-fitting suit and untucked shirt at the Olympic Games closing ceremonies.
Updated by inserting more current paragraphs into the original text, this remains one of the most insightful and funniest comparisons of two very different cultures. One (USA) is a country of No Limits, No Rules, No Boundaries, and the other (Britain) is a country limited by unspoken rules, invisible lines and serpentine boundaries. Jane Walmsley skewers the two, with warmth and humor. If you're an American overseas, you'll see yourself AND you'll recognize your UK colleagues. And if you are an American planning to travel or do business in the UK, this book is an invaluable guide to exactly what IS and IS NOT going to interfere with getting the job done. This book is real, it's authentic, and it's a truly fun read. BUY NOW.
Customer Review: 5 out of 5
Funny and Informative - This is a wonderful perspective of both Brits and Yanks and I highly recommend it.
Customer Review: 4 out of 5
Hilarious - Those who frequently travelled to the UK like I do will laugh at the author's spot on musings on Brit-think and Ameri-think. I read this book after coming back from the UK and completely related to the tales of how miserably cold Americans feel as soon as they land in the UK. While everyone else walked around in flimsy t-shirts, pretending it was 100 degrees in the shade, I was covered in layers of sweaters and yet felt chilly 24/7! This is a must read for those who've been to the UK and even for those who haven't (at least you' ll be prepared).
Customer Review: 5 out of 5
Truly Brilliant!!! - I am both and English and American citizen, and I finally understand how I have become so screwed up : )
This explains it all, and is laugh out loud funny.
A gem!!!
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