“Television is of great educational value. It teaches you while still young how to (a) kill, (b) rob, (c) embezzle, (d) shoot, (e) poison, and, generally speaking, (f) how to grow up into a Wild West outlaw or gangster by the time you leave school.”
Quote by George Mikes
Work
How to be a Brit: The Classic Bestselling Guide
This book offers an in-depth exploration of what it means to be British, covering aspects such as social norms, language, and historical context. It serves as a resource for those seeking to understand the unique aspects of British life and is celebrated for its engaging and informative content. more
Author
George Mikes
George Mikes was a Hungarian-British author born on February 15, 1912, and died on August 15, 1987. He was known for his humorous and satirical writing style. Mikes' works covered a variety of themes, including travel literature, humorous novels, and autobiography. more
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