Geoffrey Murray

Vietnam - Culture Smart! (eBook, PDF)

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

In the second half of the twentieth century war raged in Vietnam. It was hard to know if it would ever end, and harder still to understand fully the rights and wrongs of the various protagonists. At last, the North Vietnamese turned out to be tough, resilient, and ultimately victorious. Patience in adversity sums up the Vietnamese character. After reunification in 1975 the Vietnamese experienced many difficulties. The immediate postwar years were harsh. Some fled into exile; others underwent "e;rehabilitation"e; to make them fit to live in a Communist state. To this were added economic hardships and even starvation. Since then, however, life has been transformed. The decision to abandon the centrally planned economy in favor of a "e;socialist market economy"e; was a bold step, as was the decision to throw open the doors and invite the world to invest in the new Vietnam. Visitors today will find a confident, independent people, nursing few if any grudges about the war. They are open and friendly, with a sense of humor and irony, and frankly curious about the outside world. Kind and generally helpful toward strangers, they are industrious, shrewd, and determined to improve their lot. Culture Smart! Vietnam outlines the history, culture, traditions, sensibilities, and modern way of life of the Vietnamese. It explains certain deep-seated attitudes, describes some of the social and cultural changes now under way, and gives practical advice on what to expect and how to behave in unfamiliar situations. It aims to help you discover for yourself the warmth and vast potential of this fascinating country and its delightful people.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kuperard
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Februar 2016
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781787022195
• Artikelnr.: 54684384

Autorenporträt

Geoffrey Murray is an English-born journalist, author, and teacher who has lived and worked in the Asia Pacific region for more than sixty years. He moved to Australia in 2014 to enjoy a semi-retirement, where he continues to work, as a freelance book editor for various departments of the Chinese government and as a consulting editor for one of the most prestigious Chinese English dictionaries. He has published sixteen books on a wide range of business and socio-economic issues, mostly about China, but also including Vietnam: Dawn of a New Market and Simple Guide to the Customs and Etiquette of Vietnam. Geoffrey has followed developments in Vietnam ever since he served as a news agency war correspondent with the Australian Army in the mid-1960s, winning the Australian government s Vietnam Logistics and Support Medal. He is officially listed as a Vietnam War Veteran by the Australian government.

Inhaltsangabe

Brief History - Politics - Economic Life - Traditions - Friendships & Family - Relationships - Bureaucracy - Religion - Humour - Local Holidays - Taboos - Invitations - Gifts - Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working - Communication - Negotiating - Women in Society - Tips - Eating Out - Traditional Food - Dos and Dont - Making Friends

Rezensionen

"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