| Description |
1 online resource (xxix, 279 pages) |
| Contents |
Part I. General ideas about American culture. American values and assumptions ; The communicative style of Americans ; Ways of reasoning ; Differences in customs -- Part II. Specific aspects of American life. Politics ; Family life ; Education ; Religion ; The media ; Social relationships ; Racial and ethnic diversity ; Male-female relationships ; Sports and recreation ; Driving ; Shopping ; Personal hygiene ; Getting things done in organizations ; Behavior in public places ; Studying ; Business ; Healthcare -- Part III. Coping with cultural differences. Some helpful ideas ; Activities for learning about American culture |
| Summary |
"This essential guide sheds light on the unique American psyche and national character, now in a third edition. Whether you're a businessperson beginning to work in the United States or a foreign student visiting for a semester, this new edition of American Ways will help you navigate America's diverse and changing culture. From the deep-seated attitudes that mark the American character to customs and everyday activities, American Ways explores the tapestry of the country's life, providing invaluable information on cultural values, politics, education, religion, and relationships. In this revised edition, Gary Althen and Janet Bennett have added material that reflects some of the important changes that have occurred over the last decade. This edition features new material on American politics, reflecting the impact of the Bush administration as well as the election of the nation's first black president, and an updated chapter on the effects of social networking sites on meeting people and creating friendships"--Publisher's description |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 263-268) and index |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from digital title page (EBSCO; viewed April 29, 2021) |
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Visitors, Foreign -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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Noncitizens -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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Intercultural communication -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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HISTORY -- State & Local -- General.
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Noncitizens
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Intercultural communication
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Manners and customs
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Visitors, Foreign
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États-Unis.
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Communication interculturelle.
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| SUBJECT |
United States -- Guidebooks.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85140005
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United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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United States -- Social life and customs -- 1971- http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85140543
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United States
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| Genre/Form |
handbooks.
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Guidebooks
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Handbooks and manuals
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Handbooks and manuals.
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Guides et manuels.
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Electronic book
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| Author |
Bennett, Janet Marie
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| ISBN |
9781931930963 |
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1931930961 |
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