Culture Shock! - United Arab Emirates |
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| Author:
| Cocceti, Gina |
| Series title: | CultureShock! Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7614-5510-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2008 |
| Publisher: | Marshall Cavendish Corporation
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $15.95 |
Book Description:
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CultureShock! United Arab Emiratesorientates you into a country that is moving forward at a breathtaking pace unlike any other. The thriving economy attracts a large and diverse expatriate workforce, while luxurious hotels, spectacular skyscrapers and top-class shopping places continue to draw tourists from all corners of the globe. Beneath this cosmopolitan surface though is a culture deeply rooted in Arabic tradition and tribal values that continue to exist till this day....
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CultureShock! United Arab Emiratesorientates you into a country that is moving forward at a breathtaking pace unlike any other. The thriving economy attracts a large and diverse expatriate workforce, while luxurious hotels, spectacular skyscrapers and top-class shopping places continue to draw tourists from all corners of the globe. Beneath this cosmopolitan surface though is a culture deeply rooted in Arabic tradition and tribal values that continue to exist till this day. Learn more about the Emiratis' lifestyles, mentalities and religious practices, and pick up vital tips on how to behave, act and speak in a manner that will help you settle down into your new environment more comfortably.