Product Description

A comprehensive ready-reckoner to the essential customs and etiquette of China -- the Giant of Asia -- knowledge that becomes increasingly important as she makes her twenty-first century advance as a major world power economically, industrially, politically and culturally. The Simple Guides ensure that you will not arrive in your host country ignorant of common courtesies, basic manners and culturally-sensitive taboos. Contents: Understanding the Past (including Chinese dynasties);The People (including minority cultures and the 'overseas Chinese'); The Foreigner in China; Hotels, Sightseeing and Money; Communications and Making Friends; Home Life, Visits and Presents; Doing Business; Leisure Activities (including shopping and what to buy); Travel within China; Banquets and Being Entertained (including traditional tea and tea houses); Medical Matters (including visiting a doctor); Mandarin; Facts About China; Index.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #459877 in Books
• Published on: 2004-12-31
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 96 pages

About the Author
Caroline Mason is a China scholar and researcher based at the University of Durham, England; Geoffrey Murray has been reporting on China for over ten years and is author of "China: The Next Superpower?" and "China's Population Policy: A Social Reassessment".

Geoffrey Murray has spent a quarter of a century in the Far East as a business journalist/analyst, including 16 years in Japan, five in Singapore and four in China. He has been decorated by the Australian Government for his work as a war correspondent in Vietnam, and has recently returned there to complete his book.

Customer Reviews

Customs & Etiquette of China
Great little book. Just what I was looking for to take along with me on a trip to China.