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Review of Cupid's Dart - David Nobbs by
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Advantages: Funny, observant novel about a culture clash relationship.
Disadvantages: A knowledge of British culture may be necessary to fully understand the humour.
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David Nobbs, the author of Cupid's Dart, is also the creator of Reggie Perrin, along with many other comedy works in the form of novels, as well as TV and radio scriptwriting.
Before earning his living as a writer he was in the army, a journalist and an advertising executive. Born in Kent, and now living near Harrogate, he is adept at bringing eccentric British personalities sharply to life. He has obviously mastered the technique of "people-watching". ...
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A romantic and funny adventure entwined with cultural differences
Review of Cupid's Dart - David Nobbs by
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Advantages: Very absorbing and you can be drawn deeply into the philosophy of life
Disadvantages: Has too much of a central theme without sufficient subplots
INTRODUCTION
Poor communication is often the downful of many promising relationships. However, when that breakdown of communication is based on cultural differences then it can lead to painfully funny results.
THE STORY
David Nobbs is the well known creator of the comedy character ' Reggie Perrin' and this influence rubbs off on the main character, Alan Clacutt, had achieved the heights of distinction as an Oxford University Philosophy Don ...
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