Hi Asian Americans Should Know About America From A To Z

Author: (American) Lance Johnson
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: The author wrote this book to provide Asians with an easy-to-read and engaging way to gain a deeper understanding of the United States, its people, culture, and language. The author selected the aspects of the United States that he believed are most important for readers to know and simplified them. This book is prepared for anyone who wants to learn more about the United States. It is equally valuable for those who wish to interact with Americans. The book contains 26 chapters, from A to Z, each chapter being one of the strokes in this artwork. The book is divided into four parts: Part I – Our Heritage: The Formation of American Culture. This part explains how the United States became what it is today. These chapters discuss the foundational roles of important factors such as history, religion, geography, and government in shaping culture. Part II – Contemporary American Culture. This part describes what kind of nation we are and what our daily lives look like. The topics covered include our customs, values, etiquette, and our written language and holidays. You will learn about our personal values and our perspectives on many issues. Part III – American Business. This part introduces the business environment and practices in the United States, as well as business customs related to people. It also provides practical advice for conducting effective business with Americans or finding jobs and starting your own business in the U.S. Part IV – American Language. This part introduces practical methods to improve your English grammar, speech, and communication skills.