You Drink Like Fish: Dalis' Drunken English Lessons Japanese Edition

"You Drink Like Fish" is a hilarious and informative guide to learning English through the lens of alcohol. Written by the enigmatic Dali, this book is packed with witty anecdotes, absurd examples, and plenty of alcohol-related humor. Originally written in English, the Japanese edition of "You Drink Like Fish" has been translated by the renowned Japanese translator, Yoko Tawada.

You Drink Like a Fish Dalis Drunken English Lessons (Japanese Edition)

by Sharon A Wynne

5 out of 5

Language	:	Japanese
File size	:	36596 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	243 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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Who is Dali?

Dali is a mysterious figure who claims to be a former English teacher and recovering alcoholic. Little is known about his past, but his writing style is unique and engaging. Dali's humor is often dark and self-deprecating, but it is always intelligent and thought-provoking.

What is "You Drink Like Fish" About?

"You Drink Like Fish" is a collection of essays on various aspects of English language and culture. Dali covers everything from grammar and pronunciation to slang and idioms. However, the book is not simply a dry textbook. Dali uses his own experiences with alcohol to illustrate his points, making the book both entertaining and educational.

For example, in the chapter on "Tenses," Dali explains the difference between the present perfect and the simple past by using the example of a hangover. He writes:

> "The present perfect is used to describe an action that started in the past and continues to the present. For example, 'I have been drinking since last night.' This means that I started drinking last night and I am still drinking now. The simple past is used to describe an action that happened and finished in the past. For example, 'I drank too much last night.' This means that I started drinking last night and I finished drinking last night."

Dali's use of humor makes his explanations easy to understand and remember. Even if you are not a native English speaker, you will be able to learn a lot from this book.

What is the Japanese Edition Like?

The Japanese edition of "You Drink Like Fish" is a faithful translation of the original English text. However, Tawada has added some additional notes and explanations to help Japanese readers understand the cultural references and humor. For example, in the chapter on "Slang," Tawada provides a glossary of English slang terms and their Japanese equivalents.

The Japanese edition of "You Drink Like Fish" is a valuable resource for Japanese learners of English. It is a fun and informative book that will help you improve your English skills while also learning about English culture.

"You Drink Like Fish" is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn English in a fun and engaging way. Dali's humor and wit make the book a pleasure to read, and you will learn a lot about English language and culture along the way. The Japanese edition of the book is a faithful translation of the original English text, and Tawada's additional notes and explanations make the book even more accessible to Japanese readers.

If you are looking for a fun and informative way to learn English, then "You Drink Like Fish" is the perfect book for you.

You Drink Like a Fish Dalis Drunken English Lessons (Japanese Edition)

by Sharon A Wynne

5 out of 5

Language	:	Japanese
File size	:	36596 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	243 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE