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Czech Republic - Culture Smart! : The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Smart!, Culture.
- Series:
- Culture Smart!
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Manners and customs.
- Intellectual life.
- Civilization.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (201 pages)
- Edition:
- 1st ed.
- Other Title:
- Czech Republic - Culture Smart!
- Place of Publication:
- Chicago : Kuperard, 2022.
- Summary:
- Dont just see the sights - get to know the people. Many tourists visit the Czech Republic knowing no more about it than that the beer is cheap and the women beautiful. That lack of knowledge has led to frustration among Czechs, most of whom are very well-informed about the world around them. This book informs you about the traditions, values, and attitudes of a remarkable people. It describes Czech life at home and in the workplace and offers practical advice on what to expect and how to navigate different social situations. The real rewards will come to the visitor who goes beyond the reserve to explore the complex corners of the Czech soul.
- Contents:
- Front Cover
- Title Page
- About the Author
- Contents
- Map of the Czech Republic
- Introduction
- Key Facts
- 1. Land and People
- Geography and Climate
- Ethnic Groups
- A Brief History
- The Czech Government
- The Economy
- Czechs Around the World
- 2. Values and Attitudes
- Education
- Youth Rising
- Ignore Thy Neighbor
- Envy and Wealth
- Attitudes Toward Immigrants and Foreigners
- Sexual Attitudes
- Women in Czech Society
- The Roma
- LGBTQ in Czech Society
- Nostalgia
- National Pride and Patriotism
- Švejk vs. Cimrman
- Religion
- 3. Festivals and Traditions
- New Year's
- Easter
- Christmas
- Other National Holidays
- Regional, Seasonal, and Personal Celebrations
- 4. Making Friends
- Small Talk and Conversation
- From "Vy" to "Ty"
- Names
- To the Hospoda
- Socializing
- Dating Etiquette
- Visiting a Czech Home
- 5. At Home
- Housing
- The Czech Family
- Changing Gender Roles
- Growing up Czech
- Pets
- Living Green
- Shopping Habits
- Czech Thrift
- Work-Life Balance
- 6 Time Out
- Leisure
- Czech Food
- Dining Out
- Cultural Pursuits
- Science and Technology Museums
- Fighting Fit
- 7. Travel, Health, and Safety
- Public Transportation
- Taxis and Alternatives
- Car Rental
- Trains and Buses
- Walking, Bikes, Scooters
- Accessibility
- Orienting Yourself
- Where to Stay
- Health
- Security
- 8. Business Briefing
- Old and New Styles
- Setting up and Preparing for a Meeting
- The Language Barrier
- Introductions
- Hierarchies, Titles, Status
- Presentations
- Negotiations
- Contracts
- Settling Disagreements
- Job Satisfaction
- Socializing and Work
- 9. Communicating
- The Czech Language
- Other Languages.
- Body Language and Personal Space
- The Media
- In Touch With the Outside World
- Telephone
- Internet
- Conclusion
- Appendix 1: Some Czech Firsts
- Appendix 2: Useful Apps
- Further Reading
- Picture Credit
- Copyright
- Index.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- ISBN:
- 9781787022935
- 1787022935
- OCLC:
- 1288216279
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