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Understanding the Americans
Yale Richmond
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Description for Understanding the Americans
Paperback. Num Pages: 154 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 129 x 13. Weight in Grams: 186.
This unique handbook for fresh arrivals to the United States outlines common American practices, beliefs, and customs. Written in a colloquial style and drawing on examples from history and popular culture, the author provides priceless insights on why Americans behave as they do and answers the important questions a visitor might ask, from why Americans appear so open and optimistic to how to negotiate with Americans or act at a dinner party. Full of practical advice (how to extend your visa) as well as invaluable guidance on how to understand American society (covering topics like political parties, privacy, family, work, ... Read more
This unique handbook for fresh arrivals to the United States outlines common American practices, beliefs, and customs. Written in a colloquial style and drawing on examples from history and popular culture, the author provides priceless insights on why Americans behave as they do and answers the important questions a visitor might ask, from why Americans appear so open and optimistic to how to negotiate with Americans or act at a dinner party. Full of practical advice (how to extend your visa) as well as invaluable guidance on how to understand American society (covering topics like political parties, privacy, family, work, ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
Number of Pages
172
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780781812191
SKU
V9780781812191
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-15
About Yale Richmond
Yale Richmond is a retired Foreign Service Officer who served in Germany, Laos, Poland, Austria, and the Soviet Union. At retirement, he was Deputy Assistant Director (Europe) of the U.S. Information Agency. He is the author of numerous books on cross-cultural communications.
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