Having travelled across West Africa for over ten years, Peter Biddlecombe`s often hilarious account of a long & lingering liaison dangereuse with the sixty per cent of the continent that is French-speaking is a highly readable, hugely entertaining introduction to the je ne sais quoi of French Africa. In countries such as Togo, Mali & Burkina Faso, Biddlecome encounters old-fashioned camel butchers, modern witch doctors who run mail-order companies, gold smugglers & counterfeiters who send their sons to Oxford. He also experiences a delicious foie gras of places: from eerie voodoo ceremonies in the old slave port of Ouidah to Italian ice-cream parlors in the middle of the Sahara desert. & Biddlecombe reveals not only Francophone Africa`s politics, often bizarre business traditions & culture, but also provides a mass of practical advice on everything from how to eat a water-rat to talking your way through a road block in the middle of an attempted coup. ...

Ocean Liners had a brief but glorious Golden Age when steam replaced sail. The early 1900s saw huge steam vessels crossing the Atlantic, taking immigrants to the New World in steerage, while pampering royalty & the wealthy set in staterooms. After dancing the night away in ornate ballrooms they collapsed in rows of deck chairs with cushions & blankets to admire the sunrise. Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, & croissants were served for breakfast... Then off to bed! If we do not have this item in stock we will order it for you from our supplier. Delivery generally takes 3 weeks within the UK. For overseas delivery queries please email sales@stanfords.co.uk ...

The Lingo™ range features beautifully designed, quality playing cards with the world’s most popular foreign languages. Inside Lingo™ you’ll find a stack of essential translations for your next overseas adventure. Lingo™ has your trip covered, from basic greetings & introductions to eating out, moving around or finding a place to stay. Practical translations accompanied by intuitive, easy to learn pronunciations. ...

Marco Polo: The phrase books with Insider Tips! Never be lost for words again! Easy communication with the help of 'point to' picture icons Insider Tips: how to avoid faux pas abroad & 'blend in with the locals' Practical tear-out slip (Cheat Sheet!) with key phrases fits easily in a pocket or purse Eating & Drinking
- order the right meal with the menu decoder, including local specialities Up-to-date vocabulary including topics like Facebook, Skype, Sat Nav & Smart phones Never be lost for words again
- comprehensive dictionary section A whole chapter on slang & colloquial expressions

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In 1466 in the reign of Louis XI, Lyon was established as the home of the French silk industry which flourished over three centuries. This journal bears one of 3 designs exactly printed to recreate the appearance of traditional luxurious silk fabrics. These books have a subtly weighted magnetic strap for secure closing, satin ribbon page markers & a memento pouch. Smythe sewn, 160pages, acid-free paper, 92x 140mm. ...

The perfect companion for travelling to the France, this French phrase book contains everything you need to know in a way that's concise, accessible & easy-to-underst&. There are 2, 000 essential phrases, plus a 2, 000 word dictionary, themed sections, with pronunciation tables, word lists & grammer guides & easy-to-use two-colour text, with English terms in black & foreign terms in red for clarity, plus phonetic pronunciation in italic. ...

The perfect companion for travelling to France, this French phrase book contains over 2, 000 essential phrases, plus a 2, 000 word dictionary, themed sections, pronunciation tables, world lists & grammer guides. All of the information is presented in a way that`s concise, accessible & easy-to-underst&. It is also a handy pocket size for ease of use. ...

Collins continue to build on the strength of their phrase books by improving & updating their highly successful Phrase book & Dictionary series. This new edition will contain a photo-key section illustrating signs & other practical & useful information. Previously 'three books in one', the new series will contain 'four books in one' -- a phrase book, a food guide (with menu reader ), a dictionary, & now a photo-key guide showing signs & practical, useful, visual information. The phrases are short & easy to use. The language reflects everyday speech -- there are no lengthy sentences to struggle & sweat over. The phrases have a simple guide to help with pronunciation. There are also practical tips. The clear 4-colour layout allows easy access to key information. Collins Phrase Books aren't just for emergencies. They are designed to allow you to get the most out of your visit abroad: from sampling the food to getting the best deals on public transport. ...

With its completely redesigned interior making the book even more accessible than before, the ” Berlitz French Phrase Book” is ideal for travellers of all ages who are looking for a reliable & up-to-date phrase book that contains all the phrases they really need when they are in France. The new & enhanced content has a more visually appealing colour-coding system, enabling users to find what they want, when they want it, & in less time. The book also provides simplified phonetics to ensure that users pronounce the French words & phrases correctly. stunning images enhance the content & make this the most visually attractive French phrase book on the market. ...

Bonjour! From ordering a cafe au lait in Paris to making new friends in the Loire Valley, it helps to speak some of the native tongue. Rick Steves, bestselling author of travel guides to Europe, offers well-tested phrases & key words to cover every situation a traveler is likely to encounter. This handy guide provides key phrases for use in everyday circumstances & comes complete with phonetic spelling, an English-French & French-English dictionary, the latest information on European currency & rail transportation, & even a tear-out cheat sheet for continued language practice as you wait in line at the Louvre. Informative, concise, & practical, ” Rick Steves` French Phrase Book & Dictionary” is an essential item for any traveler`s ”sac a dos.” ...