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Record Nr.

UNINA9910782332903321

Autore

Wei Betty Peh-Tʻi <1930->

Titolo

Hong Kong [[electronic resource] ] : a survival guide to customs and etiquette / / Betty Wei, Elizabeth Li

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Tarrytown, NY, : Marshall Cavendish Editions, 2011, c2008

ISBN

981-4435-70-8

981-261-701-9

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (305 p.)

Collana

Culture shock!

Altri autori (Persone)

LiElizabeth

Disciplina

915.125046

Soggetti

Etiquette - China - Hong Kong

National characteristics, Chinese

Hong Kong (China) Description and travel

Hong Kong (China) Social life and customs 20th century

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (p. 273-288) and index.

Nota di contenuto

Cover; Content; Foreword; Acknowledgements; Map; Chapter 1; Chapter 2; Chapter 3; Chapter 4; Chapter 5; Chapter 6; Chapter 7; Chapter 8; Chapter 9; Chapter 10; Culture Quiz; Do's & Don't; Glossary; Resource Guide; Further Reading; About The Authors; Index

Sommario/riassunto

CultureShock! Hong Kong is the ideal companion to guide you through the cosmopolitan city and its people. Despite the modern high-rise buildings, international brand names and many Caucasian faces, Hong Kong still retains much of its Asian character. Learn how fung shui or the Chinese art of geomancy influences the way of life and the importance of the concept of 'face', which affects interpersonal relationships and business transactions. Understand the Chinese psyche and how cultural differences have shaped the outlook of its citizens. Packed with practical tips and a comprehensive resource s