A new book, dubbed a ‘literary sensation for men’ has been published in a bid to share golden rules to achieve married bliss.

The 75-year-old author, Anthony Blackie, who hails from Clitheroe, Lancashire has been married for over 50 years and describes his marriage as ‘long, hard, cruel years.’ ‘The Squashed Man Who Married a Dragon’ shares unique tips for men, including, ‘don’t shout when she crashes the car,’ 'never criticise her cooking', 'say "yes" a lot,' 'give her the TV remote' and ‘learn quickly which side of the sink is the wrong side to put your used coffee mug.’ Retired salesman, Mr Blackie said: "I have more than 50 years of battle scars to show for the dedicated research I have done on behalf of grooms-to-be and married men everywhere in order to make their lives a lot more bearable.

"It is much better and more peaceful to realise that a husband's lot is that you can't win - and once you understand this your place in the brotherhood of martyrs is assured.

"Every man can find their perfect woman - but it is only after you get married that you realise that they have teeth and breathe fire."

Mr Blackie who is married to a former model, now aged 69 continued his sage words.

"Men will learn very quickly that the woman in their life can and will go from near normal to ballistic with no in-between stages at the drop of a hat and that very often this can happen if you fail to keep to one of her hundreds of golden rules.

"In 50 years of married life, she was and still is absolutely gorgeous, a mind-blowing beautiful girl.

"But when you are in love you don't see the faults until it's too late and that's the same with her."

Mr Blackie even adds a reassuring waiver, "If you can't sleep at night, come round and in the middle of the night I'll give you back your money.”

Ahmed who has been married for 15 years is in full agreement with the author.

“This guy is a seasoned professional! You have to take the advice of someone married that long.

“He is spot on. My favourite tips- or the ones that have gotten me into the most trouble are- ‘always take her phone calls,’ ‘let her throw out items of your clothing, no matter how precious they are to you’ and ‘let her think she is cleverer than you.’ “Marriage is a minefield. Us men have got to stick together.

“I’ll be buying this book, but I’ll be hiding it under the sofa!”