Stephen Clarke Books in Order
Stephen Clarke is a bestselling author of irreverent fiction and nonfiction that playfully critiques the quirks of French culture. His breakout novel, A Year in the Merde, self-published in 2004, catapulted him to international acclaim. This comedic masterpiece has been followed by a string of successful sequels, including Dial M for Merde (2008), 1,000 Years of Annoying the French (2010), and Paris Revealed (2011). As a seasoned journalist who spent ten years working for a French press group, Clarke now brings his expertise to French cable TV, where he regularly shares his humorous take on French society. His witty observations have endeared him to a broad audience, cementing his status as a leading voice in satirical literature.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Stephen Clarke
- #1AmazonTalk to the Snail: Ten Commandments for Understanding the French(2006)
- #2AmazonParis Revealed: The Secret Life of a City(2010)
- #3AmazonA Brief History of the Future(2011)
- #4Amazon1000 Years of Annoying the French(2012)
- #5AmazonDirty Bertie: An English King Made in France(2014)
- #6AmazonHow the French Won Waterloo: Or Think They Did(2015)
- #7AmazonElizabeth II, Queen of Laughs(2018)
- #8AmazonThe French Revolution and What Went Wrong(2018)
- #1AmazonThe Spy Who Inspired Me(2020)
About Stephen Clarke
Stephen Clarke is a bestselling author of irreverent fiction and nonfiction that playfully critiques the quirks of French culture. His breakout novel, A Year in the Merde, self-published in 2004, catapulted him to international acclaim. This comedic masterpiece has been followed by a string of successful sequels, including Dial M for Merde (2008), 1,000 Years of Annoying the French (2010), and Paris Revealed (2011). As a seasoned journalist who spent ten years working for a French press group, Clarke now brings his expertise to French cable TV, where he regularly shares his humorous take on French society. His witty observations have endeared him to a broad audience, cementing his status as a leading voice in satirical literature.
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