Random talk about foreigners

Author: Ye Tingfang
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Publish Date: 2002-07-01
Features: This is another outstanding work following the national bestseller "Chit-Chat About the Chinese." A dozen writers, scholars, and seasoned journalists use a light and witty style to critique popular topics in foreign cultures. Analyzing "little Japan" through sumo and Momotaro; examining whether the British are rich or poor through their clothing and behavior; experiencing the blend of openness and conservatism in the mysterious Middle East; interpreting Russia's changing times through "undercover" stories; exploring the connection between chili peppers and the personalities of Koreans; the reserved Germans having a nude park; and the mindset of Americans after the "9/11" incident, among many other topics. Numerous personal anecdotes, heartwarming stories, deep cultural reflections, and clashes between different cultures often spark insightful observations, allowing readers to appreciate the differences between Eastern and Western cultures through casual conversations.