Stephen Clarke

Stephen Clarke is a British author and journalist who has lived in Paris for many years, bringing a wry outsider's perspective to French culture and history. He is best known for his comic novel A Year in the Merde and its sequels, which chronicle the misadventures of an Englishman navigating life in France. Clarke has also written popular non-fiction, including 1000 Years of Annoying the French, which offers a humorous but well-researched romp through the long history of Anglo-French rivalry. His writing combines genuine historical knowledge with irreverent wit. His audiobooks and books are popular with listeners and readers who enjoy travel writing and history served with a generous helping of comedy.