1000 Years of Annoying the French

(Author) Stephen Clarke
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Was the Battle of Hastings a French victory? Non! William the Conqueror was Norman and hated the French. Were the Brits really responsible for the death of Joan of Arc? Non! The French sentenced her to death for wearing trousers. Was the guillotine a French invention? Non! It was invented in Yorkshire. Ten centuries' worth of French historical 'facts' bite the dust as Stephen Clarke looks at what has really been going on since 1066...

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Publisher:
Transworld Publishers Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780552779937
Publish year:
2015
Publish date:
May 7, 2015

Stephen Clarke

Stephen Clarke is a British author known for his humorous and satirical novels. His most notable work is "A Year in the Merde," a comedic look at an Englishman's experiences living and working in France. Clarke's writing style is witty, irreverent, and often pokes fun at cultural stereotypes and misunderstandings. He has made significant contributions to the genre of comedic fiction, blending elements of travel writing and social commentary. Clarke's work has been praised for its sharp wit and ability to capture the absurdities of modern life.

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