Cultural Differences in a Globalizing World
Minkov's book is the breakthrough in cross-cultural research that we have been waiting for. He should be read from China to Latin America, from Norway to Africa and from Nothr America to Eastern Europe. --Geert HofstedeImposing western norms on other cultures is ineffective for the basic reason that other cultures have their own norms which westerners often do not recognize. The reverse is also true. These observations are a simplified example of the rich body of evidence and analysis contained in this work by Minkov (social anthropology, International University College, Sofia, Bulgaria; he earned his PhD under Geert Hofstede). Based on his analysis of an impressive body of national statistics and studies on activities, attitudes, and behaviors, Minkov shows remarkable talent for pushing the evidence to a macro level, thus allowing him to draw larger conclusions on general cultural traits. Of interest to a wide readership, the volume will be particularly thought-provoking for business readers who work internationally and professionals who work with diverse cultures. Distributed in North America by Turpin Distribution. --Book News Inc. Portland, ORThe book is an interesting effort at cultural analysis, regional comparisons, differences in development among populations, and many other aspects of life that are not melding nearly so fast as was predicted with globalization... this is a treasure trove of fascinating nuggets about such diverse topics as happiness, homicide rates, traffic fatalities, gender equality, and the rule of law. Summing up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above. --D. B. Heath, Brown University. (CHOICE, March 2012)The book is an interesting effort at cultural analysis, regional comparisons, differences in development among populations, and many other aspects of life that are not melding nearly so fast as was predicted with globalization... this is a treasure trove of fascinating nuggets about such diverse topics as happiness, homicide rates, traffic fatalities, gender equality, and the rule of law. Summing up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above. --D. B. Heath, Brown University. (CHOICE, March 2012)