This is not a book for those easily offended (or even those who are able to get offended not matter how easily) as Wilson has a go at pretty much everybody (himself included). Whilst I understand the reasoning behind Richard Wilson's book, the expected 'humour' just wasn't there. Can't Be Arsed" by Richard Wilson is an antidote to all those lists of 101 ___________ to do before you die. A sort of self help book that convinces you to do the opposite of a normal self help book by giving you 101 things you don't need to do and maybe just enjoy your normal life. Hilarious, but some of the things Mr Wilson moans about should probably be taken with a pinch of salt.

The growing numbers of tourists threaten the area's integrity wearing away footpaths and knocking over walls. I'd like to say that this is a funny, intelligent, thorough account of not bothering to expand your horizons, but I can't be ar**d. Canâ t Be Arsed is a hilarious diatribe from the head of comedy at Hat Trick (producers of Have I Got News For You, Room 101 and Father Ted) that takes a detailed look at the alternative side of the 101 most frequently cited must do's, revealing the ugly details that most of these guidebooks conveniently ignore. Its a funny book laced with British dark humor so probably not the best if you’re easily offended or dislike strongly opinionated books. Not everything mentioned in this book is rubbish, but I have to admit that going bungee-jumping and cutting a child's umbilical cord are not very high on my list of things to do (rather my list of Things to Don't [and not at the same time!The author Richard Wilson (not that Richard Wilson - this one is the producer of TV's Have I got News For You) has put the lists together in this slim volume along with reasons (including scientific but totally bogus graphs) showing why you shouldn't do any of them. I think with Ephesus we had few expectations and it was early in our cruise and we were blown away by the site. Or more objective: a few entries were fairly well argued, such as the one about the history of the marathon being a myth and marathon running being more about proving your fitness than continuing a tradition.

Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. whereas the Pyramids, the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World failed to live up to our overly heightened expectations. There are a couple of bands and television shows that he mentions that would connect with an older reader.Taking it with a grain of salt as I plan to do with nonfiction, I finished the first part, skimmed through the second part because I barely knew albums mentioned, finished the small 3rd part and closed the book before the 4th. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). A counterpoint to the infinite “must have” and “must do” lists that appear in magazines and on television, this detailed study reveals all the ugly details that are often conveniently ignored. If he could restrain himself language-wise, the sentiments would be much appreciated by a number of my acquaintances who share his sentiments but are likely to assume the worst should i present them with a free copy.

I had a quick look at getting there form Tbilisi and most routes involved two or three changes and around 24 hours to arrive in Cuzco then there would be a "bladder-bursting seven hour bus ride".It gives off-putting facts and statistics to quote at holier-than-thou thrillseekers, so the next time somebody tells you that you simply must swim with dolphins, read Kafka in Prague, or go skydiving, you can tell them exactly where to get off. By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. Not all things on the not to do list are great or should be followed (most really) but honestly was just fun reading the opinion of another who’s not afraid to say whats on his mind (a fresh air with the cancel culture these days). Again, if it had been funny then it could have pulled it off, but it's really not funny, nor clever. He begins with Machu Picchu, which might look fantastic but is thousands of miles away and so expensive to get to.

Insulting just about everything, from Dark Side of the Moon to the grand canyon to befriending the homeless, you can be assured that if you're tempted to do something, this book will try to talk you out of it. No it's not something that one is likely to sit down and read straight through like a traditional story, but instead are likely to read a bit at time. There are more entertaining ways of subjecting myself to the scornful opinions of miserable people nowadays than reading a book like this, were I so inclined. Perhaps you can in fact attain happiness not by going anywhere or doing anything but instead by actually reducing your ambitions. Fantastic book with a brilliant take on seeing all the well-known, over-visited, over-glorified tourist meccas.Some of us actually do think that Shawshank Redemption is a good film and who says that humans are more intelligent than dolphins ? To access your ebook(s) after purchasing, you can download the free Glose app or read instantly on your browser by logging into Glose. Pop culture is similarly addressed, with the most overrated books and movies of all time conveniently listed. Wilson rampages his way through the many varied things that you must see/do/read/watch/listen to while giving many a good reason as to why you just shouldn't bother.