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A review by cambrio3
The Bonjour Effect: The Secret Codes of French Conversation Revealed by Julie Barlow
2.0
I bought this book because I've read other books by Barlow and Nadeau (Sixty Million Frenchmen Can't Be Wrong, and The Story of Spanish) and generally thought them worthwhile. And also because I just moved to France and thought I might want to uncover some of the hidden codes the French use when they are talking.
The book is not organized very well - though I probably wouldn't do much better myself if trying to make a guide like this. I will be comparing what they say with my own personal interactions with French people. Already it seems that saying bonjour does allow one to begin a conversation more easily. I'm less sure about how true are their tips on the workplace, discussing money, and how the French view education. Maybe in another year I'll re-read this and compare to my own experiences for a more informed review.
I look forward to reading what they say in 'The Story of French' - and even though the subject is less practical, I think it may be a good read.
The book is not organized very well - though I probably wouldn't do much better myself if trying to make a guide like this. I will be comparing what they say with my own personal interactions with French people. Already it seems that saying bonjour does allow one to begin a conversation more easily. I'm less sure about how true are their tips on the workplace, discussing money, and how the French view education. Maybe in another year I'll re-read this and compare to my own experiences for a more informed review.
I look forward to reading what they say in 'The Story of French' - and even though the subject is less practical, I think it may be a good read.