1066 And All That

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Summary: A classic that is still in print in Britain
Review: An unforgettably funny and very brief review of all the English history that most adults are able to remember, suitably warped, as all things memorable usually are.

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Summary: The Funniest Book I Have Ever Read
Review: I have read this little book dozens of times and it never fails to raise a laugh. It has a magnificently silly take on English history that would instantly appeal to fans of Pythonesque humour.

It is not necessary to know English history to enjoy 1066 And All That, but I have found that the more I learn about it, the more jokes and puns I find in the book. That's one reason why it rewards constant re-reading.

I first encountered this book in the local junior library, and later bought my own copy. I have now worn out two copies and am on my third. It will always have an honoured place on my bookshelf.

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Summary: 1066 and All That
Review: Quite possibly the easiest History of Great Britain to read, and more importantly, understand.
A great introduction into British history.

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Summary: A classic that is still in print in Britain
Review: The fact that a priceless gem like this was allowed to go out of print in the US just goes to show (once again) the sad state of publishing in this country. Try amazon.co.uk -- several printings are still readily available in Britain and a new one is due out Sept. 13, 1999.

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Summary: Funniest book there is
Review: This 116 page book made me laugh till the tears came on every page and made me laugh till it hurt more than any other book I have read in my long lifetime. From the first pages, where among other things the authors comment on the way Romans count backwards, till the last page which deals with 1918 this book is a continuous hoot The test questions at the end of each of the five parts are each a scream in themselves. If you have ever taken a test you will glory in them, and wish that you had been given tests such as that (well, maybe not, but one can dream...) There is not a page which lacks some outrageously funny material. I'd give it ten stars if I could.