ISBN:
9780761460527
Language:
English
Pages:
Online-Ressource (ix, 294 p)
,
ill. (some col.), map, port
Edition:
[2nd ed.]
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2011 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Series Statement:
Culture shock
Series Statement:
CultureShock Series
Parallel Title:
Erscheint auch als CultureShock! China : A Survival Guide to Customs and Etiquette
DDC:
395.0951
Keywords:
Etiquette
;
Mobile communication systems
;
Wireless metropolitan area networks
;
Wireless LANs
;
Electronic books
;
China Description and travel
;
China Social life and customs
Abstract:
""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
Description / Table of 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;
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
,
Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
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