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Praise for The Bonjour Effect:"The authors clearly had a ball researching the book, and their glee is infectious. The writing is as light as it is substantive, and if that sounds like a contradiction, I would refer you to a soufflé"– New York Times Book Review"Whether you're an expat in France, or simply dream of living there one day, The Bonjour Effect is a helpful resource to cracking the arcane cultural code. Engaging and often funny, filled with examples drawn from the authors' experiences, this is a guide to the most essential of French arts: conversation." – Ann Mah, author of Mastering the Art of French Eating“Whether “bonjour” is the beginning or the end of your French vocabulary, you’ll find something fascinating, surprising, or just plain fou on nearly every page. Before reading this invaluable codebook to French language and culture, I feared that I’d somehow insulted every French waiter, shopkeeper, and clerk between Paris and Nice. Now I know I did, but at least I know why!”― William Alexander, author of Flirting with French“I love this book!” ― Michael Patrick Shiels, Michigan’s Big Show“Very funny.” ― Rudy Maxa’s World with the Careys“There’s a lot more than irregular verbs in conversing with the French.” ― Sonali Karnick, All In a Weekend, CBC Montreal“Packed with fascinating insights.” ― 49th Shelf“A lively and informative description of the country’s cultural habits and social codes. First-time travellers to France will find useful tips, and for most North Americans this is a good introduction to the long history and complex culture of the country.” ― Lysiane Gagnon, The Globe and MailPraise for The Story of French:“A well-told, highly accessible history of the French language that leads to a spirited discussion of the prospects for French in an increasingly English-dominated world.” ―William Grimes, The New York Times“Exceptionally told, a celebration of the lasting influence of la langue francaise.” ―Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Excellent...An engaging and well-conceived book. Highly recommended.” ―Library Journal “Francophiles will be well-served by the care and detail with which the authors handle their subject, while English speakers will find an illuminating portrait of Gallic sensibility.” ―Publishers WeeklyPraise for Sixty Million Frenchmen Can't Be Wrong:“Learning to love the French as they are.” ― The New York Times“…finally there is a book which explains in non-romantic, lucid terms, better than anything else I have read, why the French are as they are…Sixty Million Frenchmen Can’t Be Wrong should be handed out at Calais and Charles de Gaulle airport to anyone hoping to get a grip on France and make a holiday or life work here.” ― The Daily Telegraph “Sixty Million Frenchmen does its job marvelously well. After reading it, you may still think the French are arrogant, aloof and high-handed, but you will know why.” ―The Wall Street Journal “…simply marvellous. Sixty Million Frenchmen will interest those readers who want to understand what makes the French mind go tickety-tock. And it will definitely help smooth anyone’s introduction to this puzzling and beautiful country.” ―The Globe and Mail “… a hard-eyed and mostly affectionate survey of what makes French society tick and why outsiders, and particularly North Americans, so often misread it.” ― The Toronto Star “…a must read for Francophiles and surprise hit of the year…Sixty Million Frenchmen Can’t Be Wrong [is a ] penetrating and witty enquiry by two Canadian journalists into the unique essence of being French.” ―Critic’s Choice, The Daily Mail “A surprising book written with a touch of humour, that combs through all the ticks and obsessions of the French.” ― Le Monde.fr “It’s the story of two Canadians, who, coming out of nowhere, help us see ourselves in a different light.” ―Le Figaro “An invigorating read” ― Bernard Pivot

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About the Author

JEAN-BENOIT NADEAU and JULIE BARLOW are the award-winning authors of The Story of French, The Story of Spanish, and the bestselling Sixty Million Frenchmen Can't be Wrong. They live in Canada.

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Product details

Paperback: 320 pages

Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin; Reprint edition (May 9, 2017)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1250130271

ISBN-13: 978-1250130273

Product Dimensions:

5.6 x 0.8 x 8.2 inches

Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review:

4.3 out of 5 stars

84 customer reviews

Amazon Best Sellers Rank:

#56,567 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

When I visited Paris with my high school French class--this was back in 1976--I was very shy, and afraid of making a pronunciation mistake. It took all my courage to address the proprietress of our hostel (who, like Madame DeFarge, was constantly knitting), and recite a phrase I had practiced all day. In my very best French, I said, "That's a beautiful scarf."She glared at me coldly, before saying, in perfect English, "I do not speak English."I blushed furiously and rushed to the room I shared with my friends. I did not speak French for the remainder of the trip.The lesson was not that I should have worked harder on my conversational skills, or that the French are as rude as stereotypes would have us believe--though both of those statements contain a kernel of truth. The lesson is that, in total ignorance, I committed a horrible faux pas, I did not first greet Madame with a sincere, "Bonjour," and I did not give her the chance to reciprocate with her own , "Bonjour."This funny and well-written book is not about the French language as much as it is about the culture of French language. There are certain topics you would never discuss in polite company, and there are certain key phrases that will open all kinds of doors."Bonjour" is a case in point: every social transaction, no matter how brief, should start with this word. If you know that, you can use your high school French to actually talk to people. If you don't know that, you will be treated like a pariah.There is much more to the book: the educational system, navigating bureaucracy, making friends (as opposed to acquaintances), etc. It is a must-read for anyone planning to visit the country, and it should be required reading in every high school French curriculum.It's fascinating, and I can't put the book down.It makes me want to visit Paris again. And stay at the same hostel, where Madame is probably still knitting. I would march up to her desk and say, with utter confidence, and in fairly good French, "Bonjour."And then when she replies with "Bonjour, " I would follow with, "Those are hideous colors for a scarf."

Because I was leaving in 5 days for an academic conference in Toulouse where I was invited to give a talk, I grabbed at this book -- which was suggested by a friend who'd read the New York Times review --like a life preserver. It did save me a lot of anxiety. Even though it was understood that I would speak in English, I knew I would have language + cultural barriers to overcome. For example, it talked about how the French believe sincerely in the importance of English in the 21st century ... but they quickly lose interest in the hard work of speaking it. I noticed the use of "bonjour" everywhere, especially as the opening greeting in e-mails. I learned that it is unprofessional to be self-derogatory or humble in business/academic settings that one should act like the expert that has been invited to the meeting. I learned about the elitist attitude of the educated class. I learned that humor, especially the American casual style, is neither understood nor appreciated. Most important, I got an immersion in French culture that permeated my actions and gave me confidence in group settings. One exception to a dictate in the book: The French did NOT avoid talking about family to a mere acquaintance; I heard a lot about their children. For anybody -- at home or abroad -- wanting to know more about the French, and who love them as much as I do, this book is full of insights.

The Pilot: Fighter Planes and ParisThis book is ill-served by its title, it is more than a reveal of the codes of French conversation. The book is a deep dive into what makes the French the way they are. It is well-written and well researched from a pop culture point of view. French attitudes and behaviors are explained in the context of French history and politics. I have visited France many times over the years and have observed the quirks described in the book without knowing the whys and wherefores of what I witnessed. Now, I know. Perhaps, if the title reflected the content, sales would suffer when prospective readers/buyers would be scared off by any academic overtones. While the casual visitor to France in general and Paris in particular will benefit greatly from this book, it is really aimed at francophones who intend to live in France for a spell. I recommend it to any and all francophiles as well.So, why only three stars? The authors are victims of poor editing. They claim each chapter can be read in any order and independently. For this to work, much of the background material and scene-setting must be repeated or else the conclusions in each chapter would be unsupported. However, if one reads the book front to back, in order, as most folks will, the background material becomes repetitive. I found myself tired of hearing about how their daughters' school was organized after about the 4th iteration. On the other hand, the chapter titles are too vague to make a rational choice about which to read out of order. A pro editor would have insisted on proper flow, each chapter supporting the next and dispensing with any thoughts of random order. Still, an enjoyable read.

I'm not sure this is the greatest thing you can read about French culture, but I found it thoroughly engaging. And it makes a great case for language sophistication as a crucial skill to acquire. It shows how important it is to the French, and how it accounts for difficulties Americans have when traveling in France. I know some Americans who have genuine rhetorical vitality, and their conversation is always a pleasure. One benefit they bring to any relationship is fearlessness of conflict. People who are skilled in conversation like debate. A verbal fight can be tremendous fun, and nobody has to end up bleeding, so long as it stays verbal. So I thoroughly recommend this introduction to French verbal jousting, and why can't we Americans embrace this fun-loving attitude toward the clash of ideas? When it comes to letting ideas collide, the French aren't wimps. And we shouldn't be either.

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