In order for you to get the most from your
holiday in France, it's a good idea to know a little about what's here,
where to go in France and even how to speak a little French.
Below you'll find a list of books that can be purchased now, online from
Amazon or from a high street bookshop. We have used all of these ourselves.
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Rough
Guide to Brittany & Normandy |
Synopsis
This guide to one of France's most popular regions includes first-hand
reviews of places to stay and eat, accounts of the area's history, culture
and archeological sites, the World War II sites and the architecture, as
well as tips on reaching unexplored beaches and isolated villages. |
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Brittany
Insight Compact Guide |
Synopsis
Part of the "Insight Compact Guides" series, this guide is
written and updated by local specialists and contains information on
Brittany, France. It includes a quick reference map, and advice on the top
sights to see around the region. |
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French
With Michel Thomas Complete Course CD |
Synopsis
Michel Thomas's approach to language learning aims to provide in a few
hours a functional working knowledge of a language without books,
note-taking or conscious memorizing. This CD provides an eight-hour course
in French. I was amazed to discover that nearly all English words ending
in 'ion' are exactly the same in French, obviously with the French pronunciation! |
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Michelin
Green Tourist Guide: Brittany |
Synopsis
A great little book, listing some of the nicest locations in
Brittany, with useful and historical information, location maps, photos
and nearby attractions. An indispensable guide.
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Harrap's
French-English/English-French Slang Book |
Synopsis
A dictionary of French slang. Not only does it help you communicate on an
everyday level, it also helps you trade insults. Many amusing hours can be
spent exploring the languages with French friends. |
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Oxford
Paperback French Dictionary & Grammer |
Synopsis
This dictionary and grammar guide to French is a complete reference to the
French language. It has been designed to meet the needs of tourists,
students and business people alike, both beginners and advanced learners.
It offers extensive guidance to the meaning and use of over 48,000 words
and phrases, while the grammar offers coverage on the construction of the
language. There are explanations of the differences between spoken and
written French as well as up-to-date information on colloquial and
technical words. There are separate sections on: word order; prepositions;
punctuation; and translation problems with example sentences showing words
in use. It is intended for students, teachers and anyone needing a
reference to the French language. |
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