by Jeremy Paxman · Penguin · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780140290400
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«The English: A Portrait of a People» is the historical essay by Jeremy Paxman, published by Penguin in paperback (320 pages, in English).
Jeremy Paxman draws on literary sources, interviews and episodes from history to explore what it means to be English and what traits characterise this people, setting them apart from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The essay covers topics such as the relationship with foreigners, sport, stereotypes and language, offering an ironic and lucid portrait of England and its people.
For those who enjoy cultural history essays and seek an ironic, well-documented look at English identity.
Jeremy Dickson Paxman is an English former broadcaster, journalist and author, born in Yorkshire.
