Cette série captivante plonge au cœur de diverses nationalités et cultures, dévoilant leurs histoires, traditions et coutumes uniques. Chaque volume propose une exploration approfondie d'une nation spécifique, examinant sa langue, sa mentalité et sa vie quotidienne. C'est un voyage de découverte qui remet en question les stéréotypes et favorise la compréhension entre les diverses populations du monde. Les lecteurs acquerront une perspective complète et nuancée sur la diversité mondiale.
This is one of a series of guides designed to tell the truth about other nations, using sweeping generalizations and observations as a base, detailing what to expect and how to cope with it. The guides try to explain why things are done the way they are and they try to allay the feelings of trepidation with which the xenophobe approaches new territory. This particular book looks at the English.
Xenofobie - iracionální strach z cizinců, někdy snad oprávněný, avšak vždycky nepochopitelný. Xenofobův národnostní průvodce - neuctivý pohled na víru a slabé stránky jednotlivých národů, který téměř vždy zaručuje vyléčení xenofobie. „Francouzi pevně věří tomu, co nazývají le droit, a sice, že všechno se musí dělat tím správným způsobem, na správném místě a ve správném čase. Co nemají rádi a co s gustem ignorují, jsou ona „malá“ nařízení - týkající se parkování, kouření, řízení automobilu, hygieny a kde se může močit a kde nikoliv.“ Motto xenofoba - Varován předem znamená být vyzbrojen předem. Vydání první
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Xenofobie - iracionální strach z cizinců, někdy snad oprávněný, avšak vždycky nepochopitelný. Xenofobův národnostní průvodce - neuctivý pohled na víru a slabé stránky jednotlivých národů, který téměř vždy zaručuje vyléčení xenofobie. Motto xenofoba - Varován předem znamená být vyzbrojen předem. Vydání první
Xenofobie - iracionální strach z cizinců, někdy snad oprávněný, avšak vždycky nepochopitelný. Xenofobův národnostní průvodce - neuctivý pohled na víru a slabé stránky jednotlivých národů, který téměř vždy zaručuje vyléčení xenofobie. „Rusové si nad jiné cení kvality „duše“ (duša). Když však někdo nebo něco duši má, je potom tato duše bez ohledu na pohlaví doma a je střízlivá. Jelcin prý má hory duší a Gorbačov žádnou. Lidé, kteří mají duši, mají sklony k nadměrnému pití, pláči, snadno někomu padnou do oka nebo také přes zábradlí z mostu do řeky, když se vracejí domů noční krajinou po pitce s kamarády.“ Motto xenofoba - Varován předem znamená být vyzbrojen předem. Vydání první...
Češi jsou přesvědčeni, že mají nejlepší kuchyni a pivo v galaxii, a jejich záliba ve smažení, jako je smažený sýr s tatarkou, často překvapuje cizince. České pivo je proslulé, a mnozí turisté k nám míří hlavně kvůli ochutnávkám. V oblasti sportu jsou Češi hrdí na své hokejisty, přičemž jen rodilý Kanaďan by s nimi mohl nesouhlasit. Kromě hokeje jsou vášnivými cyklisty, atlety a tenisty, a vymysleli řadu unikátních sportovních disciplín, jako je kolová či nohejbal, v nichž jsou světovými šampiony. Vsázení je pro Čechy oblíbenou zábavou, a pokud se zeptáte pěti Čechů na nejdůležitější část jejich národní povahy, většina z nich zmíní smysl pro humor. Ten je pro ně bez hranic a zahrnuje i nesamostatnost, vychytralost a závist. Říká se, že Češi se dokážou smát i vlastní žloutence. Dalšími českými vášněmi jsou chalupaření, které spojuje touhu po venkově s instinktem mužů něco montovat, a po víkendu plném aktivit se vracejí do měst, aby si odpočinuli. Mezi oblíbené koníčky patří také zahradničení, houbaření, turistika a trampování. Kniha přináší zajímavosti o české povaze, kultuře a životním stylu, psané s vážností i nadsázkou.
Xenophobia—an irrational fear of foreigners, probably justified, always understandable.Xenophobe's Guides—an irreverent look at the beliefs and foibles of nations, almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.'As proof of their innate superiority the Icelanders point out that Iceland is the navel of the world. If you doubt the veracity of this claim you need only consult the Viking Sagas, the greatest of all literary achievements, where this view is expressed countless times during the course of long meandering tales of murder and revenge.'Xenophobe's Motto—Forewarned is forearmed.
What makes the Albanians ALBANIAN: A witty guide to the airs and affectations that affirm the Albanian attitude.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Veselý a rozverný pohled na Čechy - nepovrchní, nevybíravý, často sžíravý. Ale tak mistrný, že nepřekročí onu citlivou hranici mezi legrací a krutostí. Hloubková sonda do nejspodnějších pater duší Čechů, poučený náhled na jejich koníčky, záliby, radosti i strasti každodenního života v zemi, která leží v samém srdci bouřlivého kontinentu zvaného Evropa. Laskavě nelaskavé zrcadlo i pro Čechy samé...
The Norwegian man-hug is more a show of strength than a greeting and is usually a painful experience for the smaller of the two. There is nothing more important to Norwegians than enjoying the great outdoors. Happily, they have a lot of outdoors to enjoy. Foreigners brought up with the belief that relaxing involves lounging on the sofa may find leisure time in Norway challenging. What makes the Norwegians Norwegian? A witty guide to the views and values that shows why their way is the Norway.What makes the Norwegians NORWEGIAN: A witty guide to the views and values that shows why their way is the Norway - KgRMuHkt.dpuf
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
The roots of "Ootame, vaatame" "Let's wait and see," are embedded in the deepest chasm of the Estonian psyche because, for a very long time, the people had little choice to do anything else. This philosophy is a close relation to the Spanish mañana ("tomorrow"). The difference is that the languid Spanish are just deferring something. The pragmatic Estonians are not. They are waiting and seeing. A guide to understanding the Estonians which dispels or confirms preconceived prejudices with humor and insight.
Forewarned is forearmed--an irreverent look at the beliefs and foibles of nations, almost guaranteed to cure xenophobia. This guide to understanding the Finns explores their national characteristics with humor and style.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
A guide to understanding the Austrians that delves into the cultural curiosities and peculiar characteristics of this land-locked nation.
Individuality and selfishness are as welcome as a sumo wrestler barging the line at a buffet. I’m Japanese and I like it. Many things in this little book are frighteningly so true. Entertaining, well observed and fairly evaluated from the Western cultural perspective. It’s not really a ‘guide book’ as such. Instead, it gives you a brilliant cultural comparison, their mentality and the physical environment that affects their world view. If you are going to stay in Japan for more than 1 month and hoping to mingle with local people, this book would give you some subtle but really important insights to the ‘why’ of their behaviours. Like any other value system, the Japanese culture was like an invisible & odourless gas that I was breathing without knowing it – till I read this book.’ Review from a Japanese now in the UK
Xenophobia: An irrational fear of foreigners. Xenophobe's Guides: Small books that show the more you know the less you fear. Xenophobe's motto: Forewarned is forearmed.
What makes the Irish IRISH: A guide to understanding the Irish which explores their humour, shenanigans and stout hearts. Quote image The colourful phrase just comes to them naturally – like whiskers on a goat. Hilarious insight to the Irish Psyche. Explains our search for ‘The Craic’ and what it is to be an ‘eejit’. Not a travel guide but an examination of our collective mindset. Very well done… And explains a few of the scenes in Father Ted (‘Why the Irish can’t say Yes’ .. followed by the even funnier ‘Why the Irish can’t say No’.’ Reviewer from NY (originally Cork)
This is one of a series of guides designed to tell the truth about other nations, using sweeping generalizations and observations as a base, detailing what to expect and how to cope with it. The guides try to explain why things are done the way they are and they try to allay the feelings of trepidation with which the xenophobe approaches new territory. This particular book looks at the Dutch.
I am what I amIndividuality is the chief feature that characterizes the Greeks—which precludes any attempt to box and label them as a people. They exhibit an extreme passion for freedom of choice—which has turned law circumvention into an art and has made them incapable of comprehending words like “discipline,” “co-ordination,” or “system.” There's no such thing as a meek GreekA Greek cannot talk unless he has his hands free, and a soft-spoken Greek is one who can be heard only as far as across the street. Two Greeks having an amiable conversation sound as if they are ready to murder each other, and a party of exuberant Greeks having a good time could be described as a pack of hounds that has just sighted the fox. Free spiritsMercurial in the extreme, the Greeks' temperament flourishes uninhibited throughout their waking hours. This is probably why the ancient sages saw fit to carve their maxims “Nothing in excess” and “Know thyself” on the portals of the Delphic Oracle, in an attempt to persuade their fellow Greeks to curb their emotions. They were not heeded then any more than they are now. How much does a Greek urn?In general, Greeks believe in free trade, fair dealing, and keeping one's word. They are quick at grasping (and inventing) complicated business and financial arrangements and they are past masters in acting as middlemen—which means that they are paid by both parties while risking nothing themselves.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the state. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Explore the raison d'etre behind the Gallic facade with humor and style.
Welsh pride is real pride – the sort that requires no justification or excuse. Essential reading for all partners of the Welsh! Written by an expat Welshman who has lived in England and now returned to the homeland, this little book is wonderful. The observations of the peculiarities and foibles of the Welsh are highly accurate and I could see myself in almost every paragraph, if not myself then certainly a not too distant relative or friend! My wife is English and she feels the accuracy of the book is second to none and would probably never have married me had she read it 20 years ago. I have sent copies to friends all over the world. Enjoy the whole book in an evening then take it down the pub the next night where you can share the humour!’ Reviewer from London, England (ex Swansea)
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
"Die Amerikaner pauschal". Kaum etwas verbindet die Menschen mehr als die Bestätigung insgeheim gepflegter Vorurteile. Der Weg zu den Amerikanern, und damit sind natürlich die Einwohner der Vereinigten Staaten v.A. gemeint, ist mit besonders vielen Vorurteilen gepflastert: Das Land der ewigen Jugend, der viel zu großen Autos, des fast food, des allgegenwärtigen Fernsehens, der beinahe unerschwinglichen Arzt- und Krankenhauskosten begeistert die einen, und die anderen finden es abschreckend. Sind die Amerikaner wirklich so materielll eingestellt, so sportbesessen, so leicht von oberflächlichen Vergnügungen zu beeindrucken? Wie halten sie es mit Kultur, Demokratie und Bürgerrechte?
A guide to understanding the Russians which goes behind the curtain of bearishness to reveal their soft underbelly and highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
What makes the Greeks GREEK: A guide to understanding the Greeks which takes an insightful, irreverent look at their character and attitudes. Mercurial in the extreme, the Greeks’ temperament flourishes uninhibited throughout their waking hours.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
All roads lead to Czechia The Czechs seem to believe that the Earth is the center of the Universe, Europe is the centre of the Earth, and Czechia is at the centre of Europe. Reality Czechs The ability to put up with a situation adjusting as needs must has been elevated to an art form. Chuckling Czechs Czech humor is distinguished by mad screams, breast and thigh slapping, and uncontrollable braying. Top of the Czech list The Czechs would like to be seen as the cauldron in which all that's good from West and East melts; and if not the best, then at least one of the top nations in the world.
Humorous, clever and concise, these guides take an analytical but affectionate look at different nations, their character and quirks. Written from an insider’s perspective, they offer amusing insights on the nation’s views and values. Some stereotypes are upheld and others dispelled. Light-hearted yet illuminating, the guides pinpoint cultural differences which encourages awareness and understanding.
Oblíbený průvodce si nyní bere na paškál Rakušany. Svérázně popisuje typické rysy národa, pokud vůbec něco jako rakouská národní identita existuje, jak se v knize s láskavým pousmáním naznačuje. Přesto se snad dá říct, že typický 'Rakušan má rád pivo, sachrdort a Mozarta. A samozřejmě jódlování...
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny--almost guaranteed to cure Xenophobia.
