Singapore - Culture Smart!

The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

Häftad, Engelska, 2019

Av Angela Milligan, Patricia Voute, Tricia Voute, Culture Smart!

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Singapore is a land of immigrants. Although the Chinese are by far the largest ethnic group, it is more of a salad bowl than a melting pot-although a common identity has emerged since independence in 1965. With no natural resources, the newly independent state invested in education and trade, and today this sleek, air-conditioned nation is a global financial centre that makes much of the West seem third-rate. Singaporeans are hardworking, goal-oriented individuals-modern individuals who love coloUr, shopping, and are proud of being high-maintenance and competitive. Yet behind this consumerist facade is a deep respect for family and hierarchy, political passivity, and a fear of losing face. Culture Smart! Singapore describes how locals interact with each other and with outsiders, and it tells travelers what to expect and how to behave.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2019-05-01
Mått110 x 169 x 13 mm
Vikt172 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieCulture Smart!
Antal sidor168
FörlagKuperard
ISBN9781857338874

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Angela Milligan specializes in preparing individuals and families from Europe and North America for expatriate life, an important aspect of which is cultural awareness training. She has lived and worked in many parts of East Asia, as well as in Australia, Belgium, and the Argentine, and has briefed several major international companies on Singapore.Her publications include How to Survive in Style, a practical reference guide for newly arrived expatriates to Britain, and the Simple Guide to Australia. Angela is a graduate in history from the University of East Anglia and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.Tricia Voute has a B.A. in Anthropology from Durham University and an M.A. in the Philosophy of Religion from King s College, London. She has taught philosophy in different parts of the world and written textbooks on the subject, as well as articles on cultural and faith issues in the Times and other publications. Tricia lived in Singapore for five years, teaching religion and philosophy at the Tanglin School. She was involved in teacher training in local schools and has Singaporean friends across the social and religious spectrum.

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.' Easy Jet Magazine, ' offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world.' New York Times