Culture Smart Singapore

The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

Angela Milligan, Patricia Voute

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Kuperard Publishers
25 June 2019

Sociology: customs & traditions; Travel & holiday guides; Languages & ESL; Chinese - Cultural Material; Malay - Cultural Material; Tamil - Cultural Material; Phrase Books

Series: Culture Smart

Singapore is a land of immigrants. Although the Chinese are by far the largest ethnic group, it is more of a salad bowl than a melting pot—although a common identity has emerged since independence in 1965. With no natural resources, the newly independent state invested in education and trade, and today this sleek, air-conditioned nation is a global financial centre that makes much of the West seem third-rate. Singaporeans are hardworking, goal-oriented individuals—modern individuals who love coloUr, shopping, and are proud of being high-maintenance and competitive. Yet behind this consumerist façade is a deep respect for family and hierarchy, political passivity, and a fear of losing face. Culture Smart! Singapore describes how locals interact with each other and with outsiders, and it tells travelers what to expect and how to behave.

By: Angela Milligan, Patricia Voute
Imprint: Kuperard Publishers
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 169mm, Width: 110mm, Spine: 13mm
ISBN: 9781857338874
ISBN 10: 1857338871
Series: Culture Smart
Pages: 168
Publication Date: 25 June 2019
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Brief History Politics - Economic Life Traditions - Friendships & Family Relationships Bureaucracy Religion Humour - Local Holidays Taboos Invitations Gifts Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working Communication Negotiating - Women in Society Tips - Eating Out - Traditional Food - Dos and Don t - Making Friends

Angela Milligan prepares people from Europe and North America for expatriate life, an important aspect of which is cultural-awareness training. Her publications include How to Survive in Style. Tricia Voute has taught philosophy in different parts of the world and written textbooks on the subject, as well as articles on cultural and faith issues in the Times and elswewhere. Tricia lived in Singapore for five years, teaching at the Tanglin School.

Reviews for Culture Smart Singapore: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

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