The World According to Clarkson - Jeremy Clarkson

...aware of Jeremy Clarkson through the excellent TV programme Top Gear, a show that is not just for petrol heads as it is also one of the funniest programmes on TV as well given some of the stunts and challenges they do. In the show he is the arrogant, opinionated alpha male with a hearty dislike of Europe, foxes, anything environmentally friendly and French cars. Oh and political correctness. In addition to his TV work he also writes a newspaper column ...
...Apart from the toilet reading on offer at my sister house this was the first Clarkson book that I have read and I was interested to see if the humour generated on Top Gear could be translated into the written word. The book itself is made up of a series of short, two or three page, rants or observations on a myriad of topics that stretch from the opening page discussion of an additional public holiday to such varied topics as the joys of the circus, ...

atticusuk 21.06.2008 · Read full review
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...people who are interested in the latest developments in cars will know this author, Jeremy Clarkson, from watching his BBC2 programme Top Gear. My only interest in cars is that I like them to get me about in reasonable comfort, so I have only seen snippets of the Top Gear programme when other people in my house have been watching it. Similarly, because of my lack of interest in how cars and other machines work, I haven't read any other of Clarkson's ...
...sometimes unsure if some of the things he wrote were serious, or if it were all in jest. Seeing his deadpan face while he was insulting the live audience didn't help me decide whether he was being deliberately rude or making a joke, but as the audience, including the victims of his jokes, were laughing, I guess they took his ridicule as a good bit of fun. The BBC web site says that on Top Gear, "Clarkson is more than capable of reducing car manufacturers ...

luckyarchers 28.07.2005 · Read full review
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Over the last few years or so I have become quite big fan of Top Gear and in particular Jeremy Clarkson. I'd previously read one of his other books, I Know You've Got Soul, so when I came across The World According To Clarkson it was inevitable I was going to read that as well. I've read a number of Clarkson's newspaper columns in the Sun but hadn't really seen much from his days with the Times. This book gave me the opportunity to put that right ...
...Sunday Times articles. The articles cover a period from January 2001 till December 2003, but it isn't every weeks articles. There are massive jumps and in total there are 81 weeks worth of articles in the book and they all cover a vast array of subjects. Now as someone who doesn't regularly read the Sunday Times this was all new to me and in a way was acceptable as original material. If however I'd been a Times reader or if indeed you are then this ...

Andy.mack 31.12.2006 · Read full review
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...has written columns for both the Sunday Times and The Sun. 'The World According To Clarkson' is a collection of his columns from 2001 to 2003. Written for the Sunday Times the book follows Jeremy as he writes from various countries across Europe and the world on subjects that range from the British weather, to why he'd like to be a German, to why he shouldn't be allowed to look after his kids. Clarkson's style of writing is easy to read, at the same ...
...There's a few moments in the book that some people may find controversial. For example, some people may completely disagree with his views of Mandela, but you've got to hand it to the man, he knows what he's talking about and he puts his point across very well without being offensive. Clearly an intelligent man with what I would call a lot of common sense, I found myself agreeing with a lot of the opinions and ideas he presents. I don't know whether ...

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...hate him. Personally I think the guy is brilliant and this book shows just how good he can be. I have been a fan of Clarkson on the TV in his Top Gear role for a long time and I own most of his videos. I was unsure whether his humour would work written in a book becuase his accent on words and his comical deadpan face help. However I was wrong to be worried. In this book Clarkson covers various subjects with his musings, wild descriptions and strong ...
...very toungue in cheek. The book is set into short stories which are about 2-3 pages long and take about 5-10 minutes to read so it is easy to pick up and put down without fear of losing the plot of the book. However, I was hooked on this book and couldn't put it down it had me crying with laughter. This book does contain a few references to cars but many more references to non-car related topics. You do not have to be a fan of cars to enjoy this ...

jugs21 15.10.2005 · Read full review
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...Jeremy Clarkson's weekly column in the Sunday Times from the beginning of 2001 through to the end of 2003. ...Oh, and don't think just because it's Clarkson that's it filled with merry quips on cars, cars and more cars...it's not, so don't be deterred, and even those that love his work with BBC's Top Gear, you'll want to read on too... As the blurb on the back of the books states, "Clarkson has seen rather more of the world than most..." but with ...
...Got News For You? All the way through to sitting in his garden through the night with an air rifle, trying to out wit a sly, anonymous fox......Yes, this kind of coverage could only come from a mind like Clarkson's!! Just in brief, and to give you guys a clear idea of what to expect, other stories involve cricket, Staffordshire, the Met Office, office parties, adaptors for plugs, PR people, Concorde, the circus and private schooling I personally, ...

carl.mcqueen 28.06.2006 · Read full review
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...they were published. The articles listed in this book were written for his column in the Sunday Times during the period of 7th January 2001 to 14th December 2003. These include topics such as his experience on a trip to Austria, music taste, the Concorde and personal experience of hunting foxes. Some of the material in his book may be found offensive, my advice is only read what you want to, as the book is comprised of many little articles it wouldn't ...
...in current affairs, like reading the times or are a fan of Jeremy Clarkson himself. This book has little to no real relation to motors, so if that's what you were looking for in this book, I'd advice you picked up one of the others Clarkson has written. There is an article featured on Concorde which is all that is mentioned in relation to motors. Men, Women and teenagers alike may enjoy this light hearted read. I would say this is ideal for travelling ...

lizzyangel666 29.03.2007 (01.04.2007) · Read full review
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...of his saturday column in The Sun, I bought this book to read some more of his funny opinions on things...anyway, it cost me around £4 on Amazon...and it was money well spent! It was very easy to read, it doesn't go on and on about the same things, Clarkson spends a couple of pages on each subject, which is enough.....I couldn't put it down as the book covers lots of different things, such as Tony Blair, fox hunting, parenting, Europe, America, ...
...on certain subjects such as the millenium dome...and various other things, I kept thinking ''Ahh...you're right!'' Not only is it a funny book it is also really interesting. Being a young female, I have no interest in cars whatsoever, and was concerned that the book would be very car-orientated, but it isn't! There is (obviously) some reference to cars, but not enough to bore those who know nothing about them! There is sure to be something for ...

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I love this book!! It has got to be my favorite read ever! Its funny, witty and well... true? Clarkson gets his points across in such a way nobody can say that they cant relate to it in some way or another. The way he mixes serious issues with humour is amazing, you can feel the tension rising through each chapter rise as he rounds off his perfect little opinion. Brilliant start to a series, the world according to clarkson doesnt end here, there are two sequels ''and another things'' and ''for crying out loud'' both also awesome reads! Recommended to all! ...

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...not a good book on the whole because it is. Clarkson does have a lot of material that people of all classes can relate to, covering topics from fox hunting, european travel, environment, transport, pitched in easy to read, well informed, interesting short stories. Even if you dont like the whole book there will be a number of nuggets in there to capture your interest and at the least make you laugh. This in my opinion is not one of Clarkson's best ...

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...and this book is just the same, He speaks his mind, and gives good descriptions, that make you chuckle. Despite what your first impressions are, it is not all about cars. The book has 81 different sections for which Jeremy gives his opinion, from travel and eating out to sport and famous people. Each section is based on his experiences and feelings, and he tells it like it is. Some things he reveals are: " Too much science is bad for our health" ...
...nights I tend to read the the next one on, before i go to sleep (or you lose track which ones you have read.) although my wife has read a few and i have read a few bits to her, she doesn't find them as funny as I do. (must be male humour!!) I did catch her smile a bit at this one though: 'MEN ARE A LOST CAUSE, AND WE'RE PROUD OF IT' Being a man, I am unwilling to pull over and ask someone for directions, Because this would imply they are somehow ...

chrisfireman1 09.08.2007 · Read full review
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...cars, ramblers, shoppers, people in general, just about anything he can really. This book is taken from a newspaper column he writes and each short story is finished off with the date it was published. buy it, buy it, but it - you won't be disappointed. ...

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...collection of articles. This makes the book great for occasional reading, but even harder to put down. And contrary to what you may expect, he doesn't talk about cars that often! A lot of the content is thought provoking, but not too heavy - and though the latest article was written a couple of years ago, you'll still find it funny. A mark of quality, it's one of those books you quote to your workmates when the topic arises. ...

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...his Sunday Times column, over the course of 2001 and 2003. Each article forms a small chapter and involves a monologue about whatever happened to take his fancy that week, be it the woeful lack of interesting new landmark buildings, the problems with music today or visting the most expensive hotel in the world and is by no means focussed on cars or motoring. Every article reads like a well informed, slightly jaded, toned down rant. Clarkson is not ...
...style and humour, which leaves the reader nodding their head in agreement by the end. Writing style - easy to read, compelling, passionate about subject Content - well informed, wide range of topics which can appeal to all Mood - nostalgic in places, attacking in others, funny throughout This book won't change the world, but it will make you think a little and laugh rather a lot. ...

alisonbcrawford 14.10.2006 · Read full review
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...or two to get into the swing of this book, but after getting half way through, I was extremely enjoying it. Jeremy Clarkson is one of my favourite personalities. I love his dry sense of humour and the fact that he has absolutely no shame, and that is definitely what has made his book. There are moments when I had to laugh out loud because the stories were hysterical, there were moments when i cringed and there were moments when i felt admiration ...
...one of the best books I've read for comic value so far this year, and it has certainly given me a fantastic insight into the life of Jeremy Clarkson and some knowledge of a range of subjects. I am definitely going to read his other biographies. He is a very honest and open and extremely talented writer. ...

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