Very British Problems
How the World's Favourite Characters Survive Britain
Published on 20. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
210 pages
979-8-235-58347-4 (ISBN)
Description
What if Basil Fawlty ran your customer service helpline?
What if Mr Bean was stuck in your hybrid meeting?
What if Darth Vader had to queue in the rain at Waitrose?
In Very British Problems: How the World's Favourite Characters Survive Britain, some of the most iconic characters from film, TV, books and comics are dropped straight into the glorious chaos of modern British life.
From Basil Fawlty, David Brent and Blackadder to Darth Vader, Yoda, Sherlock Holmes and the Sorting Hat, this sharp, witty and very British collection shows how the world's best-known heroes, villains and legends cope with our unique national quirks: endless queues, broken trains, eye-watering energy bills, passive-aggressive small talk, parish council meetings, and the eternal generational housing crisis.
Funny, nostalgic and painfully relatable, this first volume is perfect for anyone who's ever muttered "I don't believe it!", "Don't panic!", "Ah, for the love of God..." or simply clutched a towel while waiting for the next delayed train.
If you love British comedy, pop culture satire and laughing at the everyday absurdities of life in Britain, this book is for you.
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Series
Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
312 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-235-58347-4 (9798235583474)
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Jack Lexington is a British author and storyteller whose work spans short fiction, true crime, folklore, mythology, and social history. Writing under a pen name chosen in tribute to his "jack of all trades" approach to life, Lexington brings a distinctive voice to the page, one that blends meticulous research, dark and satirical humour, and an unpretentious, down-to-earth perspective.
Born on 5 May 1988 in Liverpool, United Kingdom, he developed early interests in history, sport, reading, and writing. He launched his literary career at the age of twenty-eight, initially producing factual works and the well-received series Unsolved Murders in the United Kingdom. Determined to master the craft, he has steadily refined his prose and storytelling technique with each subsequent title. His collections, including The Big Book of Short Stories and The Giant Pick 'n' Mix Book, have earned a loyal readership for their accessible style and eclectic subject matter.
A self-described ordinary person with a wry, sometimes dark sense of humour, he prefers letting his books speak for themselves rather than engaging in heavy self-promotion. He continues to live and work in the United Kingdom, where he is currently at work on new projects that further explore the intersection of history, mystery, and the human experience.