CultureShock! Czech Republic

CultureShock! Czech Republic

Author: Tim Nollen

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd

Published: 2008-09-15

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 9814435635

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Gain an insight into the local characteristics from the Czech love of nature to their musical inclination to their magical folklore. Be aware of social etiquette when dining in someone’s home or learn what to expect when attending a traditional wedding. Navigate your way around the complex Czech language, especially its 40-lettered alphabet and sometimes difficult pronunciation. Discover what you should expect to pay for your new home, what your tenant rights are and what documents are required for obtaining a work and spousal visa. Peppered throughout with useful phrases, terms and resources, CultureShock! Czech Republic is a must-have for anyone planning on adapting to life in the Czech Republic.


Culture Shock! Czech Republic

Culture Shock! Czech Republic

Author: Tim Nollen

Publisher: Graphic Arts Books

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 310

ISBN-13:

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Whether you are conducting business, traveling for pleasure, or even relocating abroad, one mistake with customs or etiquette can leave a bad taste in everyone's mouth. International travelers, now more than ever, are not just individuals from the United States, but ambassadors and impression makers for the country as a whole.Newly updated, redesigned, and resized for maximum shelf appeal for travelers of all ages, Culture Shock! country and city guides make up the most complete reference series for customs and etiquette you can find. These are not just travel guides; these are guides for a way of life.


Working Across Cultures

Working Across Cultures

Author: John Hooker

Publisher: Stanford University Press

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 9780804748070

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A guide to adapting and thriving within unfamiliar cultural settings challenges the notion that professional life interacts with culture only at the etiquette level, distinguishing between rule-based and relationship-based cultures while considering the roles of such factors as competition, security, and lifestyle. (Social Science)


World and Its Peoples

World and Its Peoples

Author:

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 9780761478942

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Presents a thirteen-volume reference guide to the geography, history, economy, government, culture and daily life of countries in Europe.


Czech Republic in Pictures

Czech Republic in Pictures

Author: Stacy Taus-Bolstad

Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 9780822546801

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Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, and cultural life of the Czech Republic.


Czech Republic

Czech Republic

Author: Efstathia Sioras

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 9780761408703

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This book provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of the Czech Republic. All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the World® series ensure an immersive experience by offering vibrant photographs with descriptive nonfiction narratives, and interactive activities such as creating an authentic traditional dish from an easy-to-follow recipe. Copious maps and detailed timelines present the past and present of the country, while exploration of the art and architecture help your readers to understand why diversity is the spice of Life.


CultureShock! Bulgaria

CultureShock! Bulgaria

Author: Agnes Sachsenroeder

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd

Published: 2010-08-10

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 9814484369

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CultureShock! Bulgaria is your companion to this beautiful land that was once part of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires and which was under Soviet influence for close to 50 years. Discover how the people came to terms with the communist past and the changes that have taken place since they joined the European Union in 1997. Learn to read the Cyrillic alphabet as you make your way around the many imposing historic buildings and understand why members of the same family may have seemingly different surnames. Enjoy a selection of delicious dishes, best washed down by a glass or two of boza—a result of the country’s agrarian roots, its tradition of honey gathering and abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables. Practical advice on finding a home, arranging for utilities and day-to-day living make CultureShock! Bulgaria your indispensable guide to settling in Bulgaria and enjoying its delights.


CultureShock! Finland

CultureShock! Finland

Author: Deborah Swallow

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd

Published: 2011-02-25

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 9814346861

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CultureShock! Finland guides you on a fun-filled crash course on getting to know this rarely explored country. Find out why the Finns are so proud of their motherland and why others fall in love with it from their first visit. From cosmopolitan Helsinki to traditional Lapland, discover the gems of each region and be charmed by the magical winters and the long summer days. Be acquainted with the Finns and find out what lies behind their silence and the desire for personal space. Understand how environmental consciousness and gender equality play an important role in Finnish society and be initiated into the delights of the Finnish sauna. This book also covers a wide range of practical topics to enable you to settle in seamlessly, such as how to set up home, how to conduct business effectively and what leisure activities are available. CultureShock! Finland is the all-encompassing guide that will help you to find your way in Finland and make it your own.