The Making of a Curious Nation. Part historical treasure trove and part contemporary reflection, 'Exotic England' is also a surprising love letter to the country from one of its most outspoken and insightful migrants. Today, when England is no longer synonyymous with Britain and the English ask themselves who they are, Yasmin Alibhai-Brown paints a sumptuous and illuminating portrait of who they have been and brings a fresh, invigorating perspective on what 'Englishness' really means.