Talk to the Snail

Opis książki: Talk to the Snail

A tongue-in-cheek but seriously useful guide to understanding the French, TALK TO THE SNAIL is intended as a small format witty hardcover. Because this book is about the French (who are incapable of brevity), there will be eleven commandments, not ten. For example... Thou Shalt Be Right: Why the French believe they're the centre of the universe; their reputation for arrogance; their love of philosophy; and their obsession with the French language. Thou Shalt Not Serve: Snooty waiters; 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.