With these silly, strange and downright hilarious public notices – all spotted and snapped ‘in the wild’ – getting lost in translation has never been more fun.
“Travel is a perfect fit for Signspotting, author Doug Lansky writes in his Introduction to the book. “We’re on foot, carrying cameras, and in a new environment that demands our attention -- the trifecta of funny sign discovery. “
“Over the last 20 years, I’ve gathered well over 50,000 sign photos from well-travelled amateur and professional photographers.” Doug says. “Trying to decide which is unintentionally funny enough to merit inclusion in a Signspotting book has been a challenge. Trying to select favourites among those for this ‘ultimate collection’ has been downright unnerving.”
“Just when I think I’ve seen every awkwardly compromised stick figure, bizarre warning, or confounding place name, a new one comes along” Doug adds. “At times, it seems like a race between the people who put up these ridiculous signs and those who try to photograph them.”
About the Author
Doug Lansky spent 10 years traveling the planet, during which time he visited 120 countries. He has written a syndicated newspaper travel column, penned several books, hosted a Discovery Channel show, and delivered travel presentations around the world. He has moved his base camp numerous times, and is now living in Sweden. Doug started collecting funny signs during the first year of his travels, and it has turned into a disturbingly addictive habit.Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Signspotting
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