CultureShock! Germany
A Survival Guide to Customs and Etiquette
1st Edition
Published on 1. August 2008
344 pages
978-981-4435-69-7 (ISBN)
Description
CultureShock! Germany dispels the stereotypes and explores the realities of unified Germany, giving readers an insight into its varied people and customs. Find out how a makler can help you locate the right accommodation, be aware of the importance of health insurance and prepare yourself for the short German workweek that comes complete with an annual 30 days of holiday. Learn to appreciate the various versions of wurst and the different types of beer. CultureShock! Germany is the definitive guide for anyone who wants to settle well into German society.
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Content
- Intro
- CONTENTS
- INTRODUCTION
- ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
- DEDICATION
- MAP OF GERMANY
- CHAPTER 1 FIRST IMPRESSIONS
- CHAPTER 2 OVERVIEW OF LAND
- CHAPTER 3 GERMAN CHARACTERISTICS
- CHAPTER 4 FITTING INTO GERMANY
- PHOTO SECTION 1
- CHAPTER 5 SETTLING IN
- CHAPTER 6 FOOD AND ENTERTAINING
- CHAPTER 7 ENJOYING GERMANY
- CHAPTER 8 LEARNING THE LANGUAGE
- PHOTO SECTION 2
- CHAPTER 9 DOING BUSINESS IN GERMANY
- CHAPTER 10 FAST FACTS
- CULTURE QUIZ
- DO'S AND DON'TS
- GLOSSARY
- RESOURCE GUIDE
- FURTHER READING
- ABOUT THE AUTHOR
- INDEX
