CultureShock! Korea : a survival guide to customs and etiquette / John Bocskay.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bocskay, John, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Etiquette--Korea (South).

Etiquette.

Korea (South)--Social life and customs.

Korea (South).

Korea (South)--Description and travel.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (297 pages) : illustrations (some color), map, photographs

Place of Publication:

Singapore : Marshall Cavendish Editions, 2017.

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

About the Book CultureShock Korea is a compelling, elegantly-written and funny guide for anyone planning a stay in South Korea. Can you tell your bibimbap from your gimbap? Why is age such a big deal when addressing people? Do people really give bathroom tissue and laundry detergent at housewarming parties? What's so appealing about noraebangs? When introduced to someone, do you shake hands, bow or do both? And why do Koreans cheer you on by exclaiming, "Fighting "? Whether you're in South Korea to do business, seek pleasure or find your inner Hallyu diva, if you are lucky enough to find yourself on this peninsula where stunning natural scenery meets hyper-modern cities, get the most out of your stay with this essential and fun-to-read guide. About the Series CultureShock is a dynamic, indispensable series of guides for travellers looking to truly understand the countries they are visiting, working in or moving to. Each title explains the country's customs, traditions and social and business etiquette in a lively, informative style. CultureShock authors, all of whom have experienced the joys and pitfalls of cultural adaptation, are ideally placed to provide warm and helpful advice to those who seek to integrate seamlessly into diverse cultures.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (ebrary, viewed July 14, 2017).

ISBN:

9789814779197

9814779199