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Author :Robert Cooper Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814408980 Total Pages :377 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (144 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Thailand by : Robert Cooper
Download or read book CultureShock! Thailand written by Robert Cooper and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2008-09-15 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! Thailand provides a valuable crash course on the who’s who, and the whats and hows of the country, guiding readers through a wide range of topics for day-to-day living including how to interact with the local people and fit into Thai society. Discover when and how to wai as well as how to use the bathroom upcountry. Pick up useful information for settling in like where to stay, study and play and find out more about the Thai language and how to conduct business the Thai way. Full of humour and practical tips.
Book Synopsis Culture Shock! by : Robert George Cooper
Download or read book Culture Shock! written by Robert George Cooper and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author :Dan Waites Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814516937 Total Pages :361 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (145 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Bangkok by : Dan Waites
Download or read book CultureShock! Bangkok written by Dan Waites and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2014-02-15 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! Bangkok is your all-in-one guide to navigating and living in Thailand’s vibrant capital. Learn how to get around the city quickly and safely by motorcycle taxi, how to order the tastiest street food, and how to behave with respect to Thai manners and beliefs. Join in the local celebrations such as Songkran and Loy Krathong and get a first-hand taste of the Thais’ zest for life and love of sanuk (‘fun’). Packed with practical information and frank advice, CultureShock! Bangkok shows you how to find your feet and enjoy your stay to its fullest in this ever-fascinating ‘City of Angels’. About the author Born in Durham, England, Dan Waites moved to Bangkok for the first time in 2004. In 2008, he moved to Phuket to join the Phuket Gazette, then left to work with Burmese refugees in Mae Sot. After covering 2010’s historic general elections in Burma for the Democratic Voice of Burma, Dan got drawn back to Bangkok to work as a sub-editor for The Nation, at the same time reporting on business and politics in Burma and Thailand for publications including Forbes Asia and Asian Correspondent. He now works in Bangkok as a Thai-English interpreter for an international humanitarian organisation.
Book Synopsis Culture Shock! by : Robert George Cooper
Download or read book Culture Shock! written by Robert George Cooper and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author :Robert Cooper Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814398640 Total Pages :349 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (143 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Laos by : Robert Cooper
Download or read book CultureShock! Laos written by Robert Cooper and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2008-03-15 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! Laos points you on the right path to appreciating the culture and customs of this land-locked nation. Discover the impact of its five immediate neighbours on the land and see how Laos’ wartime history and the time spent as a French protectorate in the late 19th century have influenced the people’s way of life. This book covers everything—from the difference between the 132 officially recognised ethnic groups to the reverence accorded to Buddhist monks—to provide a shortcut to understanding the Lao. Practical information on settling down, engaging domestic help as well as how to behave in various business scenarios make CultureShock! Laos essential reading for anyone going there for the long haul. Last but not least, kick back and enjoy as we highlight the best of the country’s arts, heritage and cultural offerings and recreational activities.
Book Synopsis CultureShock! by : Robert George Cooper
Download or read book CultureShock! written by Robert George Cooper and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gives informative tips on the do's and don'ts of custom in Thailand and provides insights into the social and business attitudes of the Thai people.
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Thailand by : Robert Cooper
Download or read book CultureShock! Thailand written by Robert Cooper and published by CultureShock!. This book was released on 2019 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A survival guide for anyone living, working or wanting to discover life in the Land of Smiles- Insights into the people, culture and traditions- Advice on adapting to the local environment- Essential information on the country's history, traditions, beliefs, etiquette, cuisine and leisure activities- Suggestions on how to get the most out of the travel experience- Hints on how to learn the language and do business- Useful list of foreign words and phrases and a comprehensive resource guide- Suggestions for further reading and reference- Lively and humorous illustrations that capture the essence of the text- Photographs that show what life is really like there
Author :Sharol Gauthier Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814751847 Total Pages :240 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (147 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Shanghai by : Sharol Gauthier
Download or read book CultureShock! Shanghai written by Sharol Gauthier and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2019-09-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! Shanghai is the complete guide for those who are trying to get a handle on China’s glittering crown jewel that is both charmingly ancient yet stunningly ultra-modern. Can you tell your xiaolongbao from your xiaolongxia? What is this nebulous concept called guan xi? Is being called a laowai a pejorative? Boasting some of the world’s tallest buildings, largest businesses, longest bridges, fastest trains and elevators, and finest restaurants, Shanghai is a megacity and world-class financial centre that may well be the world’s first cashless society, but it also has cosy streets filled with napping bicyclists, dancers in full costume and seniors with bird cages. With impressive light shows, backlit freeways and luminous skylines, Shanghai is truly a city of light. Get the most out of your stay with this guide to the Asian metropolis par excellence. The Series CultureShock! is a dynamic, indispensable series of guides for travellers looking to truly understand the countries they are visiting, working in or moving to. Each title explains the country’s customs, traditions and social and business etiquette in a lively, informative style. CultureShock! authors, all of whom have experienced the joys and pitfalls of cultural adaptation, are ideally placed to provide warm and helpful advice to those who seek to integrate seamlessly into diverse cultures.
Author :John Bocskay Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814779199 Total Pages :310 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (147 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Korea by : John Bocskay
Download or read book CultureShock! Korea written by John Bocskay and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2017-05-15 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! Korea is a compelling, elegantly-written and funny guide for anyone planning a stay in South Korea. Can you tell your bibimbap from your gimbap? Why is age such a big deal when addressing people? Do people really give bathroom tissue and laundry detergent at housewarming parties? What’s so appealing about noraebangs? When introduced to someone, do you shake hands, bow or do both? And why do Koreans cheer you on by exclaiming, “Fighting!”? Whether you’re in South Korea to do business, seek pleasure or find your inner Hallyu diva, if you are lucky enough to find yourself on this peninsula where stunning natural scenery meets hyper-modern cities, get the most out of your stay with this essential and fun-to-read guide.
Author :Ben Engelbach Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814779202 Total Pages :261 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (147 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Vietnam by : Ben Engelbach
Download or read book CultureShock! Vietnam written by Ben Engelbach and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2017-04-15 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Culture Shock! Vietnam aims to be the definitive account of the country for travellers or those relocating to the country. Based primarily on the author’s first-hand experience in Vietnam, the book leads the reader on a journey that covers every aspect of arrival, settling in, integrating with local culture, and grappling with a wholly foreign language and customs. The book doesn’t turn a blind eye to the country’s warts, and it’s also not tourist-minded propaganda. Culture Shock! Vietnam simply presents Vietnam and its challenges for what they are, and provides useful strategies for adapting.
Author :Raina Ong Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814771643 Total Pages :253 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (147 download)
Download or read book CultureShock! Japan written by Raina Ong and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2017-02-15 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! Japan will guide you through the confusion you will inevitably feel when moving to the Land of the Rising Sun. Peppered with personal anecdotes, this book gives practical advice on how to navigate Japan’s fascinating and complex culture with ease and what to expect at a typical izakaya with your fellow “salarymen” after a long day at work. Discover the best time to view sakura in full bloom in each prefecture and where the best ryokans are. Learn the do’s and don't’s when dining at someone’s home and the right way to eat sushi. So whether you require information on office etiquette or where to find a hot spring, CultureShock! Japan covers it all and help you enjoy your stay in the country. About the Series CultureShock! is a dynamic, comprehensive series of guides for travellers looking to truly understand the countries they are visiting, working in or moving to. Each title explains the country’s customs, traditions and social and business etiquette in a lively, informative style. CultureShock! authors, all of whom have experienced the joys and pitfalls of cultural adaptation, are ideally placed to provide warm and helpful advice to those who seek to integrate seamlessly into diverse cultures.
Author :Alfredo Roces Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814634905 Total Pages :353 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (146 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Philippines by : Alfredo Roces
Download or read book CultureShock! Philippines written by Alfredo Roces and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2013-05-15 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! Philippines is a survival guide for anyone living, working or wanting to discover life in the Philippines. Settling into a foreign land is never easy, but with this book you will learn to understand the importance of “amor-propio”, appreciate the Filipino ways and learn about the history and culture of this diverse country. Find out the importance of family to the Filipinos, how to communicate with the locals and learn the appropriate business etiquette. Packed with a resource guide, glossary, contact numbers, website addresses and useful advice, CultureShock! Philippines is essential for anyone wanting to fit in and enjoy life in the Philippines.
Book Synopsis Wisdom, Knowledge, and the Postcolonial University in Thailand by : Zane Ma Rhea
Download or read book Wisdom, Knowledge, and the Postcolonial University in Thailand written by Zane Ma Rhea and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-12-08 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines Thai knowledge and wisdom from the perspective of postmodern, postcolonial globalization. Ma Rhea explores the ways in which the Thai university system attempts to balance old knowledge traditions, Buddhist and rural, with new Thai and imported knowledge. It traces the development of Thai university partnerships with outsiders, focusing on the seventy year relationship between Thailand and Australia. In comparison, it analyses the old Thai Buddhist wisdom tradition and in the final chapters proposes its worthiness as a pedagogical pathway for universities globally.
Author :Lynelle Seow Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814771988 Total Pages :361 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (147 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! India by : Lynelle Seow
Download or read book CultureShock! India written by Lynelle Seow and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2017-01-15 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! India helps you understand this country that has more than 4,000 separate communities and where over 300 different languages are spoken. Learn to navigate your way through Indian society, and appreciate the traditions and values that bind the people together despite their differences. Peppered with personal anecdotes, this book gives practical advice to avoid cultural misunderstandings as well as tips to facilitate your move to the country, including information on how to find a suitable home, how to get around, what schools and facilities are available for your family and what to expect from the work environment. Complete with delightful chapters on food, entertaining, leisure activities and festivals. About the Series CultureShock! is a comprehensive, dynamic and indispensable guide for travellers looking to truly understand the countries they are visiting, as well as expatriates settling into a new assignment in a foreign land. Each title explains the customs, traditions, social and business etiquette in a lively and informative style. CultureShock! Authors, all of whom have experienced the joys and pitfalls of cultural adaptation, provide warm and informative advice to those who seek to integrate seamlessly into diverse cultures. The books have a friendly and honest writing style and are full of personal experiences, practical advise and useful information
Author :Kelly Jackson-Nash Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814751766 Total Pages : pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (147 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Singapore by : Kelly Jackson-Nash
Download or read book CultureShock! Singapore written by Kelly Jackson-Nash and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2016-09-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CultureShock! Singapore is essential reading for any foreigner who is going to live and work in the city. It is packed full of practical information as well as interesting trivia on the colourful customs and culture of the people. Learn how to get around the city effectively by public transport like the locals and how to assimilate quickly and shop for groceries. Join in the local celebrations such as Chinese New Year and Deepavali, and find out the best places to enjoy Singapore food such as laksa and nasi briyani. Packed with a resource guide, glossary, contact numbers, website addresses and useful advice, CultureShock! Singapore has the answers for anyone wanting to fit in and enjoy life in the Little Red Dot. About the Series CultureShock! is a dynamic, indispensable series of guides for travellers looking to truly understand the countries they are visiting, working in or moving to. Each title explains the country’s customs, traditions and social and business etiquette in a lively, informative style. CultureShock! authors, all of whom have experienced the joys and pitfalls of cultural adaptation, are ideally placed to provide warm and helpful advice to those who seek to integrate seamlessly into diverse cultures.
Book Synopsis Etiquette and Taboos around the World by : Ken Taylor
Download or read book Etiquette and Taboos around the World written by Ken Taylor and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2017-10-05 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An interesting resource for learning about the cultural differences and characteristics of people across the globe, this encyclopedia covers the "do's" and "don'ts" of a breadth of countries and major ethnic groups. Readers of this one-volume reference will gain useful knowledge of what travelers should and shouldn't do when in countries outside of the United States. After a general introduction, approximately 100 alphabetically arranged entries cover topics such as greeting and meeting, appearance and dress, table manners, body language, social situations and hospitality, verbal communications, business etiquette, religious etiquette, gift-giving, and even "netiquette" regarding social media. Sidebars and images throughout make the text more accessible and engaging, and additional readings at the end of each entry as well as the bibliography offer opportunities for further research on the subject. The content also directly supports the National Geography Standards and the AP Human Geography curriculum for high school students as they learn about the cultural differences and characteristics of people in major ethnic groups across the globe.
Author :Saw Myat Yin Publisher :Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd ISBN 13 :9814435554 Total Pages :261 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (144 download)
Book Synopsis CultureShock! Myanmar by : Saw Myat Yin
Download or read book CultureShock! Myanmar written by Saw Myat Yin and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2013-08-15 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
