Signspotting 2
Signspotting 2 by Lonely Planet is a humorous exploration of the world’s most perplexing signs and garbled messages, published by Lonely Planet in 2007. This 160-page edition presents a collection of amusing miscommunications that travelers may encounter, showcasing the quirks of language and translation in various contexts. Readers will find themselves entertained by the oddities of signage, from menus offering “tasteless coffee” to warnings about “missing foot.”
In this edition, readers can expect a pictorial journey filled with laughter and insight into the humorous side of travel. The book highlights the often comical misunderstandings that arise in different cultures, making it a lighthearted reference for those who appreciate travel humor. With its focus on pictorial content, Signspotting 2 serves as both an amusing read and a unique travel companion, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the lighter side of navigating the globe.
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It’s easy to get lost in translation – and it can be hard to find your way back when signs tell you to ‘beware of missing foot’ or a menu offers ‘tasteless coffee’. The world of gaffs and good ol’ miscommunications is back: Signspotting 2 is a round-up of the world’s most perplexing signs and garbled messages. Now, who’s in the mood for a serve of ‘fried pimple’?
Author: Doug Lansky
About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world’s leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet’s mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places where they travel.
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