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~ Gregory Wheeler (Author)
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Racist, sexist, ageist and homophobic, recent university graduate Marvin Matthews is the last person who should be teaching English in Japan. However, he accepts a position for two reasons: the job supposedly entails very little work, and he has heard that Japanese women adore foreign men. Much to his dismay, however, he soon discovers that reality differs dramatically from his preconceived notions. With none of his expectations being met, and living in a country whose culture he finds bizarre, Marvin becomes increasingly more frustrated with each passing day. As his troubles escalate, he lashes out at those around him, certain that his problems are due to the inscrutabilities of the Japanese people, as well as his fellow English speaking co-workers (whom Marvin dismisses as Japan 'apologists').

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  • Paperback: 280 pages
  • Publisher: Lulu.com (March 25, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1435714520
  • ISBN-13: 978-1435714526
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,469,886 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining, February 27, 2009
The adventures of someone who should have stayed at home.

The previous reviewer's reference to ''The Office'' is quite apt, though, thankfully, Marvin never has any responsibility unlike David Brent. He does share several of Brent's traits however; crass stupidity, an inability to appreciate anyone else apart from himself and a wonderful knack of ''putting his foot in it''. In a country like Japan, where politeness and harmony are an essential part of the culture, this has hilarious results.

It's a good book, which will bring a smile to the face of anyone who has experience of living in Japan. Anyone thinking of doing so should read it and beware. Recommended.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Come on and cross the bridge!, December 2, 2008
Wheeler provides a humourously vivid account of life inside the English language teaching (Eikaiwa) industry in Japan. Past and present ex-pats who have had the opportunity to work in this field will immediately identify with the varied character sketches portrayed in the novel. Overall...a very entertaining read!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Uncomfortably funny!, July 7, 2008
The features depicted as part of the main character made me cringe a number of times, which I believe was the intention of the author. I kept hoping that there was no part of this character which was based on fact. However, having lived in Japan for a number of years, I know these people exist. As a consequence, this is a book which is uncomfortably funny. I think anyone who likes the dark humour, for example, such as portrayed in the British series "The Office", would appreciate this book, especially if they are interested in the sometimes difficult adaptation of a westerner in Japan.
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