Culture shock!
Subtitle: a survival guide to customs and etiquette : China
By: Angie Eagan, Rebecca Weiner
Contributors: Weiner, Rebecca; ebrary, Inc
Edition: [2nd ed.].
Series: Culture shock
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Tarrytown, N.Y
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 294
ISBN-13: 9780761460527; 9789814346801
Subjects: Etiquette; Description and travel; Social life and customs
Other titles: China; CultureShock!
Description: "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 enlightened on Chinese culture and discover how the people balance traditions and customs with modernity. Filled with practical information, Culture Shock! China is a must-have guide that will equip you with the confidence to try out everything in this exciting country"--Back cover.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.

Electronic reproduction. Palo Alto, Calif. : ebrary, 2013. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ebrary affiliated libraries.