Overview
Lithuania has been one of Europe s best-kept secrets. Trapped inside the Soviet Union for fifty years until proclaiming its renewed independence in 1990, this historic Baltic nation has lost no time rejoining the rest of the world. A certain resolve can be seen in Lithuanian faces. The people have endured the hardships of a harsh political and physical climate. Throughout its history names were changed as the state was constantly under attack or subjugation. And yet Lithuanians have managed to keep a fairly sunny outlook, despite the long years of adversity.The Lithuanians as a whole are welcoming, and happy to show visitors their country s many charms. On getting to know them better, you will discover deeper qualities such as resilience, loyalty, and resourcefulness; Lithuanians are usually good at solving problems and always willing to help a friend in need. Ambition and modesty work in tandem to keep people moving forward but never putting on airs. The love of nature is also very much a part of the Lithuanian soul. Culture Smart! Lithuania sets out to explain the nuances and protocols of Lithuanian society so that you can avoid social faux pas and get closer to the people. It offers key insights into the cultural and historical background, and advice to guide you through different types of business and social occasions but reading this book is just the beginning of the journey!
Full Product Details
Author: Lara Belonogoff
Publisher: Kuperard
Imprint: Kuperard
Edition: New edition
Dimensions:
Width: 11.00cm
, Height: 1.30cm
, Length: 16.90cm
Weight: 0.168kg
ISBN: 9781857333503
ISBN 10: 1857333500
Pages: 168
Publication Date: 09 June 2007
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers...' Sunday Times Travel, ' the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries.' Global Travel, ' full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas.' Observer, ' as useful as they are entertaining.' Easy Jet Magazine, ' offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world.' New York Times
Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers, Sunday Times Travel - ...the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries, Global Travel - ...full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas, Observer - ...as useful as they are entertaining, Easy Jet Magazine - ...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world, New York Times.
Author Information
Lara Belonogoff is an American travel writer and journalist who has lived and worked in Lithuania for a number of years. She has a B.A. Hons in English Literature from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MFA in Creative Writing from New School University, New York. Lara has worked in Central and Eastern Europe as an editor and writer for the authoritative In Your Pocket city guide series and in the USA. She currently lives in San Francisco and is the supervisor of the copywriting department for Gilbert Guide and unofficially works as a promoter for Lithuanian tourism.
