Korea
Book - 2005
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Singapore : Portland, Or. :
Marshall Cavendish Editions ; Graphic Arts Center Pub. Co
c2005.
- Language
- English
- Main Author
- Other Authors
- Item Description
- First published in 1988.
"A survival guide to customs and etiquette." - Physical Description
- ix, 262 p. : ill., col. map ; 21 cm
- Bibliography
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 240-257) and index.
- ISBN
- 9781558689367
- Foreword
- Acknowledgements
- Dedication
- Map of Korea
- Chapter 1. First Impressions
- Chapter 2. Land, History and Religion
- Geography
- History
- Religion
- Fortune Telling
- Confucianism
- Family
- Government
- Education
- Roles of Men and Women
- Chapter 3. The Korean People
- Characteristics and Values Common to Korean People
- An Overview of the Korean Life Cycle
- Chapter 4. Socialising
- Introductions
- Communication
- Personal Questions
- Small Talk
- Sensitive Topics
- Refusing Offers of Drink and Food
- Non-verbal Communication
- Personal Space
- Physical Contact Between Men and Women
- Contact Between People of the Same Gender
- Eye Contact
- Gestures
- Silence
- Knocking on Doors
- Refrain from Wearing Shoes in Homes
- Strangers and Acquaintances
- Friendship
- How Different Groups of Foreigners are Viewed by Koreans
- Chapter 5. Settling In & Managing Culture Shock
- Formalities
- Living Accommodation
- Finding A Home
- Choosing an Area to Live In
- Help from the Estate Agent
- Systems for Paying Rent
- Telecommunications and Media
- Internet
- Transport
- Travelling within Korea
- What to Bring from Home
- Education
- Books
- Health
- Money
- Shopping
- Cultural Adjustment
- Managing Culture Shock
- Particular Adjustment Challenges for Particular People
- Reverse Culture Shock
- Chapter 6. Eating and Drinking
- Food
- Table Manners
- Eating Out
- Drinking
- Gisaengs
- Singing
- Being Invited to a Korean Home
- Entertaining Koreans at Your Home
- Chapter 7. Enjoying your Experience in Korea
- Spring
- Holidays and Festivals
- Traditional Folk Games
- Travel Around Korea
- International Travel while Living In Korea
- Chapter 8. Communicating
- The Language
- Chapter 9. Working and Doing Business
- Making Relationships a Priority
- Observing Hierarchy and Recognising Positions and Titles
- Communication in the Workplace
- Language
- The Meaning of 'Yes'
- Recognising the Korean 'No'
- Use of the Telephone
- Non-verbal Communication
- The Embarassed Smile
- Loyalty in the Workplace
- Workplace Etiquette
- Refreshments
- Business Entertaining
- Particular Work Situations
- English Teachers in Korea
- Recognise that Some Things in the Workplace Will Remain a Mystery
- Chapter 10. Fast Facts about Korea
- Culture Quiz
- Do's and Don'ts
- Glossary
- Resource Guide
- Further Reading
- About the Authors
- Index