Culture shock! China [electronic resource] : a survival guide to customs and etiquette / Angie Eagan, Rebecca Weiner.

ISBN:

9789814346801

Title:

Author:

Eagan, Angie.

Personal Author:

Eagan, Angie.

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publication Information:

Tarrytown, NY : Marshall Cavendish, 2011.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (ix, 294 pages) : illustrations, map.

Series:

Culture shock!

Contents:

Cover; CONTENTS; FOREWORD; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS; Dedication; MAP OF CHINA; FIRST IMPRESSIONS CHAPTER 1; OVERVIEW AND HISTORY CHAPTER 2; THE CHINESE CHAPTER 3; Photo section; SOCIALISING CHAPTER 4; SETTLING IN CHAPTER 5; EATING YOUR WAY ACROSS CHINA Chapter 6; ENJOYING THE CULTURE CHAPTER 7; Photo Section; LEARNING THE LANGUAGE CHAPTER 8; WORKING IN CHINA CHAPTER 9; FAST FACTS ABOUT CHINA CHAPTER 10; CULTURE QUIZ; DO'S AND DON'TS; GLOSSARY; RESOURCE GUIDE; FURTHER READING; ABOUT THE AUTHORS; INDEX.

Local Note:

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Subject Term:

Etiquette -- China.

Geographic Term:

China -- Social life and customs.

China -- Description and travel.

Added Author:

Weiner, Rebecca.

Format:

Electronic Resources

Electronic Access:

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Publication Date:

2011

Publication Information:

Tarrytown, NY : Marshall Cavendish, 2011.

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Summary

Culture Shock China is an essential read for anyone intending to live or work in the world's fastest-rising economic powershouse, the People's Republic of China. This book guides you through settling in and socialising, from choosing your accommodation and employing an ayi, to finding good restaurants and enjoying China's varied and exquisite cuisine. Get first-hand knowledge about working in China and about the Chinese language. Learn about the country's 5000 years of history and visit its spectacular mountains and rivers which contrast with the towering skylines of metropolitan cities. Be enlightened on Chinese culture and discover how the people balance traditions and customs with modernity. Filled with practical information, Culture Shock China is a must-have guide that will equip you with the confidence to try out everything in this exciting country.