What Is the What writes: "Over the course of many years, Dave and I have collaborated to tell my story... I told [him] what I knew and what I could remember, and from that material he created this work of art." The book is typical of Eggers' style: blending non-fictional and fictional elements into a non-fiction novel or memoir. By classifying the book a novel, Eggers says, he freed himself to re-create conversations, streamline complex relationships, add relevant detail and manipulate time and space in helpful ways—all while maintaining the essential truthfulness of the storytelling. However, not all critics were impressed. Lee Siegel sees
An Idiot Abroad Pilkington’s fate." "WhatCulture" responded positively to the first series, saying: "It’s the funniest documentary I have ever seen and maybe even the best. I will say that "An Idiot Abroad" has the potential to be a very memorable TV travel series, packed full of humour, heart and unique insights into other cultures." "TV Shows on DVD" gave the first series a positive review, saying: "I've been to places featured in three of the episodes, and it was a blast watching Karl experience them." MSN gave the second series a positive review: ""An Idiot Abroad 2" may dress up its premise