This essential guide sheds light on the unique American psyche and national character, now in a third edition.
Whether you''re a businessperson beginning to work in the United States or a foreign student visiting for a semester, this new edition of American Ways will help you navigate America''s diverse and changing cultureFrom the deep-seated attitudes that mark the American character to customs and everyday activities, American Ways explores the tapestry of the country''s life, providing invaluable information on cultural values, politics, education, religion, and relationships.

In this revised edition, Gary Althen and Janet Bennett have added material that reflects some of the important changes that have occurred over the last decadeThis edition features new material on American politics, reflecting the impact of the Bush administration as well as the election of the nation''s first black president, and an updated chapter on the effects of social networking sites on meeting people and creating friendships.


Format Häftad Omfång 312 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag John Murray Press Utgivningsdatum 2011-04-14 ISBN 9780984247172