Russia : the essential guide to customs & culture / Anna King and Grace Cuddihy.
The Russian orthodox religion is unique, Russian history is tragic, and the people are unpredictable. Russia's military and political power, as well as the rich contribution of its art and culture, is the result of an inner dynamic not always understood by outsiders. This book explores the connections between Russia's turbulent past and its paradoxical present."
Item details
- ISBN: 1787028682
- ISBN: 9781787028685
- Physical Description: 200 pages : illustrations, map ; 17 cm
- Publisher: London : Kuperard, [2021]
Contents / Notes
Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Formatted Contents Note: | 1. Land and people. Geography of the Soul -- Climate -- Russian Waters -- The Russian Federation -- Government and Politics -- A Brief History -- The Tragic Twentieth Century -- Russian Society Today -- 2. Values and attitudes. Attitudes Toward Authority -- Social Justice -- Attitudes Toward the Individual -- Nashe-Ne Moje (Ours Does Not Mean Mine) -- National Pride -- Responding to Change -- The Family Unit -- Attitudes Toward Women -- Spirituality -- Optimistic Fatalism -- Superstitions -- Emotions--Measuring the Immeasurable -- I Pity Him, So I Love Him -- Portrait of a Russian -- Resilience -- 3. Customs and traditions. National Holidays and Festivals -- "Working" Holidays and Festivals -- "Professional" Holidays -- 4. Making friends. Distance and Volume -- Topics of Conversation -- Humor -- Generosity of Spirit -- Vodka -- Parties -- Invitations Home -- Don't Write About It! -- Dating For Foreigners -- 5. The Russians at home. Family Life -- Everyday Life -- Homes and Housing -- Some Social Activities -- Education -- Health Care -- Military Conscription -- 6. Time out. Eating Out -- Nightlife -- Art -- Theater -- Music -- The Circus -- Sunday Guests -- The Great Outdoors -- Sports -- The Banya -- 7. Travel, health, and safety. A Tale of Two Cities -- Destinations -- Public Transportation -- Driving -- Where to Stay -- Health -- Safety Tips -- 8. Business briefing. The Business Environment -- Corruption -- The Legal System -- Business Culture -- Personal Relationships -- Work Ethic -- Management Culture -- Women in Business -- Meetings -- Promises -- Business Gifts -- Negotiations -- Contracts -- Managing Disagreement -- 9. Communicating. The Russian Language -- Formal and Informal Address -- Up Close and Personal -- The Media -- Services -- Conclusion. |
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