An enjoyable read that I found myself nodding along with at various points along the way. I like Danny Wallace’s writing style, it’s very funny and straight to the point, and his observations on the rudeness prevalent in the world today was spot on. Although I found it a bit repetitive at times, I did find this book an interesting and thought provoking read.

A fascinating and humorous 4 star read.

I consider myself to be a very polite person and found myself agreeing with Danny’s outrage at so many issues raised about rudeness in today’s society. Although, I also agree it has probably been going on for a lot longer than we actually recognise.
It is a very funny laugh out loud book. It had me talking about it and discussing many of the issues raised in it more than any other book I have read in a very long time (which probably says a lot about how highly I value manners and cannot stand rudeness!).
This is a brilliant book and one which should be made a compulsory read for all people who are about to have, or who have just had, children. It is the only way I can envisage the next generation of children are going to brought up with any manners and consideration for other people! 😁

I understand this book is a reissue of one with a less inflammatory original title from a few years back. It's good, but not so good that this was probably necessary. It's definitely a great topic though, especially with the current rising tensions all over the world. Rudeness has become not just commonplace, but almost expected.
I was amused by this book, not being familiar with the author or his career as a comedian in the slightest. I even think some of his research was interesting, with relatable anecdotes scattered throughout. I just think this book and subject would have been a bit more hard hitting if perhaps not tackled so casually. It does drone on a little and frankly a few times I did wonder if being in the business of needing to drum up material for bits and books may have instigated some of the self same situations that the author bemoans. It's still made me much more aware of a growing problem, and for that I give it three stars.

I so agree with the author on the fact rudeness is getting worse, the reasons vary and are numerous but what is wrong with everyone nowadays? I have had an older person tell me “you are as useful as a bucket with a hole in it. “. it hung over me for months before I shook it off.. Well done Danny for reclaiming the hot dog , This is hilarious but so true. A big thumbs up .

I realised I’ve already seen this book before, previously published as I can’t believe you just said that. So, it’s still a great book just one I don’t need to read again!

Before I’d read fifty pages of this book I’d already highlighted about twenty passages and was talking about it to everyone I know.

If you’re familiar with Danny Wallace’s writing, you’ll know to expect a humorous but straightforward tone and it suited the subject matter really well. There might have been a danger that a book about rudeness and a decline in the civility of interactions could have been a bit ‘worthy’. Lucky then that the stream of anecdotes coupled with scientific evidence meant this was avoided.

I genuinely believe this is a really important book and will be recommending it widely.

This was so funny and refreshing! I feel like Wallace addresses a really important (and depressing) subject, but his choice to make it a humour book keeps it from becoming too gloomy. It's largely anecdotal - more an opinion piece than a well-researched hypothesis - but this works really well, and the studies Wallace does reference are interesting and back up his ideas. Entertaining and convincing.

I work in a customer facing role so rudeness is something I encounter on a regular basis. Me and my colleagues often ask the question "why are people so rude?" I thought this was a humorous and interesting book on the topic. I loved the writing style and found myself grinning at some of the stories. I have already purchased a paperback version as a gift for a colleague because I wanted to share the enjoyment.

There is something about rudeness that does get to all of us. It seems like the devices for communication are actually just making us more angry - that friend who you take out for a meal who is always looking at their phone - rude! You message them a few days later - no reply - rude! What was so important that they needed to be on Grindr whilst you were at dinner but now can't reply at 4pm on a Tuesday!? Rude Rude Rude! And this really gets to us - but why are we letting ourselves get so wound up - It can't be just us who are annoyed with the world around us - we can't all be old grumpy's starting out with tut of disapproval and the rolling of eyes in our mid/late twenties. So what is going on?

Much famed and broadly penned Danny Wallace found himself in a hotdog diner - wanting a hotdog - having paid upfront and he received bad service. He challenged it and found himself and others around him, getting more tense and anxious over an inanimate object. What passions and challenges of conflict could be brought up for some *meat* 70% chicken skin in a stale bun. Turns out; quite a lot. This incident was the catalyst for Wallace to pen his latest book - F*** You Very Much. It's the sort of book that if you're reading it on public transport and the cover is on show, you'd rather it be a well thumbed charity shop copy of 50 Shades, as the book cover itself feels as if it is outwardly portraying a rude gesture.

The book explores his own experiences, as well as others, a reading and several interviews retold in brief with sociology and psychology professionals in the field. A well written, studded with anecdotes to keep us entertained exploration of society today. Why is everyone so F***ing RUDE? You'll have to read this book to find out. You won't be disappointed.

I am a big fan of Danny Wallace, his books and his every so witty humour and this book did not disappoint.
This is actually a renamed book originally called ‘I don’t know why you just said that: the truth about why people are so rude’ I didn’t read it the first time so was pleased to read it now.
It’s a humorous, witty and fairly accurate book, with some laugh out loud moments. I would definitely recommend and look forward to the next.

An amusing, insightful and well researched read. There were points that were thought provoking and very interesting, although overall I felt it repeated an awful lot and didn’t need to be a full book.

Thought-provoking and well-researched, this book started quite a few discussions around rudeness among my friends and family. I liked the range of contributors Danny Wallace found to participate in the topic and it was a light-hearted and easily-digestible read about a subject with surprisingly serious consequences for society as a whole.

I found this interesting in parts and sporadically amusing, but not nearly as hilarious or insightful as its promotional materials suggest. It would have been a better book, in my opinion, had it been 40% shorter - there was too much ploughing through material which I found neither funny nor engaging to make the rest of the book worth it.

A funny, witty and thought provoking book that delves into the mystery that is human behaviour. Highly enjoyable to read. I laughed out loud on several occasions. Recommended.

Danny Wallace you are a star, this was a great read. It was like when that little voice in your head is whining about the stuff that we don’t normally complain about as we are British; this book gives reason to that complaining and makes you realise that its ok to complain. (There have even been studies about it) As well as explanations on different cultures and what is classed as rude. This was funny in a laugh out loud manner, but also in a deeper more thinking manner as well. I enjoyed this book so much, but I also think my husband who reads one book a year and its usually about cars would love this as well. Its just one of those books everyone will get something out of.

3.5 out of 5 stars.

I have read a number of Danny Wallace books including Yes Man. All of his tend to be quite humorous but also make me think. This book was no different. It was very well written and made a howl with laughter during certain parts but I also found the facts and figures about rudeness very interesting.
Rudeness really makes me cross. I think that being nice costs nothing. I really had no idea what effects being rude, or someone being rude to you could really have though and it has definately made me think about the effects that positive thinking can have. The book has obviously been very well researched.
My only criticism of this book is that it was a bit long and I found myself flicking through quickly at the end. It was still a solid read though.

A very funny study on rudeness and its effects on society. I really enjoyed the individual stories that are included in this book, and found the studies included interesting. Made me reflect on my own behaviour and individual experiences of rudeness. Quite lengthy and could not read in one go, but rather a chapter or two between reading other books. I enjoyed this and would read others by the author.

Danny Wallace is a British writer whose numerous roles include film maker and comedian. Here he takes on the subject of rudeness in its many forms and explores it from many angles. It is a dense study of why rudeness has grown to tidal proportions in contemporary society, taking in plentiful sources. Danny's obsession with the topic derives from a comic hot dog incident in a cafe. He begins with an admittedly highly funny tale of Omar who in 2015 left his supermarket job and Britain to join the terror group, ISIS, only to be deeply disappointed with the high levels of rudeness and bad manners of the radical militants. This is not what Omar had signed for, he had expected better.

Wallace engages in wide ranging research, suggests activities, takes polls and relates various case studies. He ponders on the nature of how women face prejudice as they are perceived as rude and aggressive for merely expressing opinions or challenging men in the workplace in a way that men are not. Many experts such as psychiatrists and psychologists are consulted to pin down why people are rude and what can be done about it. Many areas are touched on from road rage in Los Angeles, Donald Trump, the implosion of Charlie Sheen, rudeness going viral, and the rise in internet trolling thanks to anonymity. There are countless conversations with ordinary people eliciting their views on the subject. The qualities identified in positive and successful strategies in responding to rudeness are interesting and are commonsense. Outcomes of the treatise include the Wallace Report on the subject.

This is a book for those who might be interested in rudeness explored with humour. I suggest reading this in bite size pieces as the information just keeps coming at you relentlessly. The overwhelming positivity in Wallace's approach is to be admired given the rise of rudeness globally. Wallace adeptly shines a knowledgeable light on rudeness in a manner that draws in the reader effortlessly with anecdotes and academic research. Thanks to Random House Ebury for an ARC. (less)