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An Idiot Abroad: The Travel Diaries of Karl Pilkington [Import] [Hardcover]

Karl Pilkington (Author), Ricky Gervais (Author), Stephen Merchant (Author)
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Book Description

Publication Date: January 19, 2011
The companion guide to the hysterical television show of the same name, in which Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant force their arrestingly simple pal Karl Pilkington on a global journey
 
"He'd have been happier in medieval times in a village where you didn't travel beyond the local community."  —Stephen Merchant
A cult celebrity due to his role in The Ricky Gervais Show, the most-downloaded podcast ever, Karl Pilkington has been accused of being a comic creation, so unburdened is he by complex thought—but that is truly just him. The trio's newest project mines Karl massive provinciality: put simply, Karl is not big on traveling. Given the choice, he'll go on vacation to Devon or Wales or, if pushed, eat English food on a package tour of the Mediterranean. So what happened when he was convinced by Gervais and Merchant to go on an epic adventure to see the Seven Wonders of the World? Does travel truly broaden the mind? Find out in Karl Pilkington's hilarious travel diaries.

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'He'd have been happier in medieval times in a village where you didn't travel beyond the local community.' Stephen Merchant

About the Author

Karl Pilkington is a Sony Award–winning, Emmy Award–nominated radio producer, best known for producing and cohosting The Ricky Gervais Show on the radio and later in the form of podcasts and an HBO television show. He is the author of Happyslapped by a Jellyfish, Karlology, and Ricky Gervais Presents: The World of Karl Pilkington. Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant revolutionized television with their contemporary comic classic The Office, and later collaborated again on Extras. Gervais's many awards include three Golden Globe Awards and two Emmys, and he was on Time's 2010 list of the world's 100 most influential people.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 296 pages
  • Publisher: Canongate UK (January 19, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1847679269
  • ISBN-13: 978-1847679260
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #140,358 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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I haven't finished the book yet, but it is absolutely hilarious so far! If you enjoy anything these guys do, and can't get enough of Karl's logic (or lack thereof!), this book is for you. I have watched some of the show that this book is based on (it's only on in the UK right now, but can be found online). It's one of the funniest shows ever.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Karl Is Cool November 14, 2010
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An Idiot Abroad is the sometimes hilarious and always interesting travel diary of Karl Pilkington, (The Ricky Gervais Show) as he visits The Seven Wonders Of The World. It's important to note that his friends and co workers, Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, have made all of Karl's travel plans with the specific purpose of putting him in uncomfortable and difficult situations. I'm not sure that Karl understood this before he left as he thought the title of the book was going to be Karl Pilkington's Seven Wonders. He only learned the title was going to be An Idiot Abroad about half way through the trip! I really liked the book but I was already a fan of The Ricky Gervais Show. Those who have never heard of it may not enjoy the book as much but I found it to be a great read with some humorous photos as well.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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If you are a fan of Ricky, Steve and Karl you will love An Idiot Abroad. The book is all from Karl's point of view with a few snippets of Ricky and Steve. Karl takes us through the seven wonders of the world as he seems them.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Karl is the Man!
I really enjoyed reading this book, its a fun easy view by Karl in which he gives a lot more insight to his travels and thoughts than the television show. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Kenway
Funny Travel Adventures
An Idiot Abroad is witty. The author's frank thoughts and British outlook make you chuckle aloud. Since I had never heard of him before reading the book, I had no expectations.
Published 12 days ago by Deirdre A. Sexton
Great book
This was a great book I've seen the series and could picture Karl as I was reading the book ,very funny loved it
Published 20 days ago by Tracey
The Melon Headed Tonk
I absolutely love this program! Karl must be the antichrist of T.V. travel programs because he does not display awe and wonder at every place he visits, but rather bemoans all the... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sierragreywolf
An absolute must read
WOW... Where to start and what to say? I will keep this short and to the point.

Karl is, without a doubt the most interesting man on the planet. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Brian S.
Very good
I love Karl pilkington and his type of humor.
A cross between frank spencer and Dahl trotter.
A doofus with a heart of gold, his travel experiences are both cring worthy... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jrpbrown
Laugh out loud funny!
I hesitated to buy this book because I couldn't imagine there would be much to add to the series I had seen on TV. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Dawne Duffin
A short but good read!
As much as the title says "An Idiot Abroad", Karl Pilkington is anything but. His out bursts are brazen, which are pure entertainment. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ash
Read before & after major surgery or Illness. Keeps your spirits up!
I watched the show & thought it was hysterical. When I had to have major surgery I purchased the book. I read this before & after surgery. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Cindy
Great Comedy Buy
Have you seen and enjoyed the series 'An Idiot Abroad'? Or do you like the work of those like Steve Merchant and Ricky Gervais? Or do you just like a laugh? Read more
Published 7 months ago by HollyPennington
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