Talk to the Snail

Opis książki: Talk to the Snail

The only book you'll need to understand what the French really think, how to get on with them and, and most importantly, how to get the best of them. The Commandments (a selection): Thou Shalt Be Right: Why the French believe they're the centre of the universe; their reputation for arrogance; and their obsession with the French language - which is incredibly complicated, and always right. Thou Shalt Not Serve: Why getting served is often such an unnecessary hassle; and why 'no' is the almost inevitable reply to a question beginning 'Is it possible to ...' Thou Shalt Not Work: Strikes; the 35-hour week; and why it's a mistake to call anyone after 3pm on a Friday. Thou Shalt Love: The French and sex; the myth of the Latin lover; the institution of adultery; and feminism - French style. Illustrated with witty real life anecdotes, "Talk to the Snail" is brimming with advice, essential phrases and bons mots to cover all eventualities. This is a book that no self-respecting Francophile -or Francophobe- can afford to be without.