101 American Customs
Understanding Language and Culture Through Common Practices
Published on 16. October 1999
Book
Paperback/Softback
136 pages
978-0-8442-2407-7 (ISBN)
Description
What is sold at garage sales? Why does no one get wet at a bridal shower? For non-native speakers, here's a humorous approach to understanding common American customs and the expressions related to them. Customs are explained, one to a page, with conversational examples and whimsical cartoons. Topics range from age-old traditions, such as shaking hands and bachelor parties, to more modern American practices - coupon clipping, TV dinners, and tailgate parties.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Lincolnwood
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
illustrations, index
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 163 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
196 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8442-2407-7 (9780844224077)
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