Cultureshock Thailand

Author : Robert Cooper
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 377 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2008-09-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814408981

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CultureShock! Thailand by Robert Cooper Pdf

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.

Author : Robert George Cooper,Nanthapa Cooper
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Culture shock
ISBN : 9812326235

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Culture Shock! by Robert George Cooper,Nanthapa Cooper Pdf

Author : Dan Waites
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814516938

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CultureShock! Bangkok by Dan Waites Pdf

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.

Author : Robert George Cooper,Nanthapa Cooper
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Culture shock
ISBN : UOM:39015034655665

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Culture Shock! by Robert George Cooper,Nanthapa Cooper Pdf

Author : Robert Cooper
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 349 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2008-03-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814398640

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CultureShock! Laos by Robert Cooper Pdf

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.

Author : Robert George Cooper,Nanthapa Cooper
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Culture shock
ISBN : 9812611347

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CultureShock! by Robert George Cooper,Nanthapa Cooper Pdf

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.

Author : Robert Cooper
Publisher : CultureShock!
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Culture shock
ISBN : 9814828777

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CultureShock! Thailand by Robert Cooper Pdf

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
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814751841

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CultureShock! Shanghai by Sharol Gauthier Pdf

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
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2017-05-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814779197

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CultureShock! Korea by John Bocskay Pdf

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
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2017-04-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814779203

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CultureShock! Vietnam by Ben Engelbach Pdf

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
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2017-02-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814771641

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CultureShock! Japan by Raina Ong Pdf

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,Grace Roces
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814634908

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CultureShock! Philippines by Alfredo Roces,Grace Roces Pdf

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.

Author : Zane Ma Rhea
Publisher : Springer
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-12-08
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781137376947

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Wisdom, Knowledge, and the Postcolonial University in Thailand by Zane Ma Rhea Pdf

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
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-01-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814771986

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CultureShock! India by Lynelle Seow Pdf

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
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814751766

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CultureShock! Singapore by Kelly Jackson-Nash Pdf

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.