Back to books
Search another book
How to use this page
Every mention links back into the exact moment in an episode.
Click “Mentioned at …” to copy the timestamp.
Guests and podcasts are cross-linked so you can follow the thread.
Mentions across episodes
“Paul Theroux, the great travel writer, wrote a book called Kingdom by the Sea. He discusses the state of large hotels in Britain during his travels.”
Sentiment: Critical Analysis
Trigger: Anglo-American cultural differences
For: Readers interested in cultural critiques and historical perspectives on Britain
Key quote: “He says, every large hotel in Britain is run down or badly managed, overpriced, understaffed and dirty, the staff overworked and slow.”
The host mentions Paul Theroux's 'Kingdom by the Sea' to highlight the perception of British hotels during a time of economic decline. The book serves as a reflection of the broader American critique of Britain in the late 1970s and early 1980s.