‘Maconie is a funny, astute writer, alert to the absurd.’ Sunday Times Book of the Week ‘Observant and witty.’ The Times ‘The deceptive lightness and accessibility of Maconie’s writing lead us gently through what is actually a deep dive into this most mysterious of peoples.’ Jonathan Coe 'Chatty and cheerful.' Graham Robb ‘Thoughtful and characteristically entertaining.’ Waterstones Books of the Year ‘Maconie catches the exhausted national mood beautifully.’ New Statesman ‘Takes the temperature of the English at this point in time.’ Hugo Rifkind ‘This might be Maconie’s best book yet. … What a treat to read such a clear-eyed but warm-hearted evocation of the country.’ Daily Express 'Maconie makes for a chatty, amiable travelling companion and the portrait he paints of contemporary England is a quietly progressive one.' The Herald Praise for Stuart Maconie… ‘As funny as Bryson and as wise as Orwell.’ The Observer ‘The best thing to come out of Wigan since the A58 to Bolton.’ Peter Kay ‘A fine writer: sharp, funny, tender and thoughtful.’ The Spectator ‘A funny, lyrical writer who prefers to persuade rather than browbeat.’ Mail on Sunday ‘Maconie's engaging, conversational prose is full of telling detail, jokes and deft quotation.’ The Telegraph

The bestselling state-of-the-nation travel book of the year One of Britain’s best-loved and best-selling travel writers, author of the 250k copy bestseller ‘Pies and Prejudice’ Juxtaposes the England of Priestley's 1930s with the present day. Maconie skillfully interlaces historical anecdotes, personal reflections, and humorous observations, offering readers a rich tapestry that reflects the evolution of English society. Explores the rich regional diversity of England as Maconie travels through bustling cities, picturesque landscapes, and lesser-known corners of the country. ‘The Full English’ paints a vivid picture of the multifaceted nature of England, celebrating its differences and shared experiences. Investigates how the concept of Englishness has evolved and how individuals and communities grapple with their sense of identity in changing times. ‘The Full English’ is poised to become a contemporary classic. Maconie's skillful storytelling, combined with his deep respect for the source material, ensures that this book is not just a retreading of the past but a vibrant and relevant exploration of the present. Author has 150k Twitter followers as @StuartMaconie An experienced TV and radio broadcaster and public speaker Paperback publishing in the year of the 90th anniversary of the book that inspired this one: J. B. Priestley’s ‘English Journey’ Supported by a national campaign, book tour and extensive publicity. Competition: The North;Notes From a Small Island;The Shortest History of England;The Road to Wigan Pier;Northerners;Landlines;An Inspector Calls;Black and British. By;Paul Morley;Bill Bryson;Robert Tombs;James Hawes;George Orwell;J. B. Priestley;Kate Fox;Simon Jenkins;Ian McMillan;Brian Groom;Raynor Winn;Ian Dunt