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Lost In Translation: The English Language Taken Hostage At Home And Abroad

Lost In Translation: The English Language Taken Hostage At Home And Abroad

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Lost in Translation is 140 wacky, weird and wonderful snapshots of the English language being abused abroad and at home. Whether it’s dodgy grammar, bad spellings or just plain old terrible translations, Lost in Translation demonstrates how the world’s favourite language is treated when it goes on holiday. From hilarious street signs to dreadful translations to an assortment of wonderful unintentional wordplay, this book will make you laugh out loud … and remind you to always use spellcheck! Word 5,000

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ISBN13: 9781907554551
ISBN10: 1907554556
Language: English
Publisher: Portico
Publication Year: 2012
Format: Hardcover

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    Hilarious mishaps highlight English language's global quirks.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you love a good laugh at language mistakes, this book is a treasure. It showcases the funniest and most perplexing examples of how English is misunderstood and mangled across the world, from signs to menus. Perfect for those who enjoy clever wordplay and cultural humor, it will keep you entertained and remind you to double-check your own writing.

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