It's an odd idea for a book (seemingly foisted on Gorman since he spent the advance his publisher gave him for his novel) and one which suprisingly works well. It is an interesting journey, meeting the rag bag of people who produce the web-pages we flick through on a daily basis; after a fashion this book is simply a rather odd weblog. But Gorman writes well and is entertaining. He's not quite Bill Bryson, but if you enjoy Bryson, you'll probably find this book worthwhile.


Sparkling   June 11, 2004
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The first DG book was excellent (and although not directly related, if you can read that first do), and this is no departure from the brilliant bizarre format "must do it for no real reason" bet-come-travelogue! Couldn't put it down, the way in which DG just disappears to meet someone he's never met before is a real eye-opener as are the "crazy" American's he frequently meets, let alone the tattoo! The writing is fast paced, irreverent, witty and at times thought provoking. A thoroughly enjoying read, and had me trying to find googlewhacks too. A must read of 2004. Excellent.