Lost in translation
Subtitle: the English language taken hostage at home and abroad
By: Chris Stone
Publisher: Portico
Published: 2012
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781907554551
Subjects: English language; Humor; Errors of usage; Pictorial works; Modern Languages; Translating into English
Description: Wacky, weird, and wonderful snapshots of the English language being abused around the world. Whether it's unforgivable grammar, bad spelling, or just plain old terrible translations, these 140 photos demonstrate how the world's favourite language is treated when it travels. From hilarious street signs to dreadful translations to an assortment of wonderful unintentional wordplay, this book will make English readers laugh out loud at the things that can be lost in translation, never to be found again-and will remind them to always use spell check!