The World Today Series: East & Southeast Asia provides historical background on the evolution of Modern East & Southeast Asia to help readers gain a thorough understanding of contemporary developments in this vital region. Broad introductory regional chapters are followed by sections on each country in the region. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail make this an outstanding resource for researchers, practitioners in international development, media professionals, government officials, potential investors, and students to understand the immediate background of contemporary developments.

East and Southeast Asia 2020–2022, 53rd Edition (World Today (Stryker))

History

Hoare, James

Asia

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships. Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture and society of a particular country. It will help you to turn your visit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable and enriching experience. Contents include * customs, values, and traditions * historical, religious, and political background * life at home * leisure, social, and cultural life * eating and drinking * do's, don'ts, and taboos * business practices * communication, spoken and unspoken "Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." Sunday Times Travel "... the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries." Global Travel "...full of fascinating-as well as common-sense-tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas." Observer "...as useful as they are entertaining." Easyjet Magazine "...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." New York Times

Korea - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Culture & Customs

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Kuperard

A comprehensive ready-reckoner to the essential customs and etiquette of Korea (including the North) -- historically known as the 'Land of the Morning Calm' -- and today one of the region's most successful economies. This Simple Guide will ensure that you do not arrive in your host country ignorant of common courtesies, basic manners and culturally-sensitive taboos.Contents: Introducing Korea (including history &amp; Buddhism); Social Relations &amp; the Visitor (including personal relationships); Business &amp; Social Life (including friends and friendship and Korean names); Food &amp; Entertainment (including Korean cuisine, eating out, drinking in Korea, leisure &amp; pleasure); The Korean Home; Taboos; Shopping &amp; Tipping;Gift-giving and Accommodation; North Korea; Facts About Korea; Index

Customs & Etiquette Of Korea

Travel

Pares, Susan

Bravo Ltd.

Simple Guide to Korea: Customs & Etiquette (SIMPLE GUIDES CUSTOMS AND ETIQUETTE)

Global Books Ltd

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