Les Evans Livres

With a quarter of a million cars daily on the M25 and millions more on A-roads, Britain has become Europe’s largest car park. Unlike Germany, where driving below 37mph on a motorway is illegal, UK motorists often struggle to reach such speeds during the day. Over-taxed and stressed, with petrol prices soaring, drivers have become slaves to their vehicles. Despite the challenges, the desire to travel remains strong; the A-Z of London is reportedly the most shoplifted book in the UK, indicating a persistent need for navigation. Written for the beleaguered millions, this work serves as an antidote to the frustrations of modern motoring. It humorously examines the bizarre aspects of commuting, aiming to provide perspective on the daily grind. It offers a light-hearted escape for motorists and their families stuck in traffic. Discover why a legendary Le Mans driver wishes he could race a nonagenarian, how the Fab Three pressured Ringo to sell his beloved French supercar, and the extent of reforestation needed to offset the carbon footprint of a football team’s gas-guzzlers. This engaging read promises to entertain while reflecting on the absurdities of life on the road.

This invaluable resource has already sold over 105,000 copies and will help you develop thinking skills in your students, promote citizenship and an understanding of democracy, fine-tune study skills and help students acquire the attitude and skills for true independence. schovat popis