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Author Bocskay, John.

Title CultureShock! Korea.

Publication Info. SG : Marshall Cavendish International, 2017.

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Description 1 online resource (310 pages).
Series Culture shock!
Note Print version record.
Contents Cover; title page; verso page; about the series; contents; acknowledgements; preface; map of south korea; chapter 1 first impressions; chapter 2 geography and history; chapter 3 values; chapter 4 socialising and fitting in; chapter 5 settling in; chapter 6 food and drink; chapter 7 enjoying korea; chapter 8 learning the language; chapter 9 working in the country; chapter 10 fast facts; culture quiz; dos and don'ts; glossary; resource guide; further reading; about the author; index; back cover.
Summary 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 pe.
Subject Etiquette -- Korea (South)
Korea (South) -- Social life and customs.
Korea (South) -- Description and travel.
HISTORY -- Asia -- China.
Etiquette. (OCoLC)fst00916277
Manners and customs. (OCoLC)fst01007815
Travel. (OCoLC)fst01155558
Korea (South) (OCoLC)fst01206791
Other Form: Print version: Bocskay, John. CultureShock! Korea. SG : Marshall Cavendish International, ©2017 9789814771139
ISBN 9789814779197 (electronic book)
9814779199 (electronic book)
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