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Transatlantic take on Horsham life
AN ONLINE writer from Horsham, known for his witty take on life in the UK, has had his first book published.
Michael Harling, 54, moved here from the US in 2002, and has been entertaining internet audiences with his wry observations about Britain ever since.
Many more of his thoughts are now available in print as Postcards From Across the Pond – Dispatches From an Accidental Expat.
Although frequently amused – or just baffled – by the British way of life, Michael has an obvious fondness for his adoptive country and its people's habits.
Commenting on a rainy afternoon at a Brighton and Hove Albion game – his first experience of a live 'soccer' match – he writes:
'If an American finds himself sitting in the rain watching a ball game, he'll build a covered stadium – complete with Astroturf, artificial lighting and climate control – and then sit there feeling superior because he's conquered the weather.
'When a Brit finds himself sitting in the rain, he zips his waterproof, puts on a cap and feels virtuous because he can cope with the weather without undertaking a major construction project.
'It's one of the prime differences between America and the rest of the world, and I happen to like this way better; Americans spend far too much time in artificial environments.'
Mr Harling told the County Times: "Everything's different here – that's what the book is about."
Mr Harling will be signing copies of his book tomorrow (Saturday February 21) at Waterstone's in the Carfax, Horsham, between 11am and 2pm.
For comprehensive coverage of all the stories making the local news, read Friday's edition of the West Sussex County Times newspaper. Visitors to www.wscountytimes.co.uk who wish to purchase a copy of the County Times newspaper but live outside our circulation area can do so by telephoning 01403 751200 and asking for reception. The cost of the newspaper plus postage in England is 1.55 which can be paid for by credit card. Overseas rates are also available, on request.
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