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Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships.

Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture and society of a particular country. It will help you to turn your visit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable and enriching experience. Contents include:

* customs, values, and traditions
* historical, religious, and political background
* life at home
* leisure, social, and cultural life
* eating and drinking
* do's, don'ts, and taboos
* business practices
* communication, spoken and unspoken

"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." Easyjet Magazine

"...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." New York Times ... Read more

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Great book
This book will really be used in our family as we have a little granddaughter from Ethiopia. Learning customs and the culture of her native country is important to all of us. It will also be helpful to anyone traveling in a country whose customs may be different but which are greatly valued. ... Read more

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An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of Ethiopia. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (14)

Good service
Fascinating book supplied by a reputable book seller:very quick, professional service.The book was well packaged and arrived in excellent condition.

Good deal
Just to say anyone wants to deal with Irene Hena I can recommend the dealer unreservedly. Book was second hand, but in very good condition, exactly as advertised.Delivery prompt and efficient.Price was also very fair and reasonable. I have been very tardy writing this review as the book was sent to a friend of mine on leave in California, so that he could hand carry it back to me and save on international postage.I work in the Middle East. Anybody reading the review and noting the dates, it took that time to get to me by hand and for me to look through and check condition. The book was delivered to the California address as requested, very promptly.
I would certainly deal with this seller again.I hope my late review does not in any way adverseley affect the seller. Rated 5 star by me for price, efficiency and condition of book.
Hope to deal with you again.
David Cook

A picturebook says more than 10,000,000 words...
If you're considering a trip to the Motherland, definitely buy this book! The pictoral essay translates a million cultural norms and customs for the Westerner/Asian. These images are "provocatively considerate" of the ancient peoples of Eastern Africa, which is unusual. These images also transport you back to a time when (in my opinion) Mankind lived simpler, easier lives.

I really enjoyed the images of the Christian influences including the rock churches of Ethiopia.

africa
I know the book and it's very good like all the books of carol beckwith,it's the only one i didn't got ,but i am still waiting for the delivery....

Truly the best

As a repeat visitor to beautiful Ethiopia, and a pretty darn good photographer, the last thing I want my friends to do is to pick up this book before they see MY pictures. My best ones are drab next to this fabulous work of Fisher and Beckwith. So many books on Ethiopia cover either just the north, with it's religious architecture and history, or just the south with its beautiful tribal people only recently touched by the encroachment of modernity. But this book covers it all, and stunningly so. If you can afford only one book of glorious photography on tribal Africa, make it this one. There is a reason for the consistent 5-star ratings.

(Later note: two newer books by different authors/photographers focus just on the tribal areas of the Omo Valley in southern Ethiopia. If that's your interest, then also check out Gianni Giansanti's "Vanishing Africa" and Hans Silvester's "Ethiopia - Peoples of the Omo Valley.") ... Read more

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Disgrace
I just want to say that this is not a book for ethiopian receipes but to give you an idea of the culture and the food, but the receipes are very very generic and I wish I never brought this book. If your looking for a good ethiopian cookbook I suggest Ethiopian Extoic cookbook also available through amazons. Please do not purchase this book :( ... Read more

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In his new book Andargé Asfaw captures Ethiopia's striking splendor of nature and its deep and abiding link to the country's faith and culture. Much of the beauty captured in this stunning book is rapidly disappearing, however. Especially alarming is the rate at which the forest canopy is vanishing."I hope readers will let these photographs guide them on an Ethiopian journey through breathtaking landforms, graceful wildlife encounters, and an intimate experience with Ethiopian culture," Mr. Asfaw said when announcing the book's publication.Mr. Asfaw hopes that the passion he has put into the book's photographs will create and heighten the awareness of Ethiopia's - and the world's - environmental crisis. His belief that everyone can help save the Earth one step at a time is reflected in how the book was produced using post consumer materials where possible. In addition, part of the proceeds from each copy of Ethiopia from the Heart sold will be combat deforestation in Ethiopia. ... Read more

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A beautiful book
Our daughter is Ethiopian and we found this book to be an amazing reflection of the beauty of her country and people. Through his photographs and artistry Mr. Asfaw and Ms. Jones have also provided a stark image of the need to protect the landscape and broader environment.I am struck by so many of the poignant images.What a beautiful book.

This one's a keeper!
I love this book! It's an exuberant and poignant homage to the land and the people of Ethiopia. The images are breathtaking and deeply honest -- there's so much more here than just another bunch of pretty travel photos. I keep coming back to this book; and each time I open it, I see something new and learn something new. This one is a keeper!

Ethiopia from the heart
There are not very many books that i have come across that have captivated my soul the way that "Ethiopia from the Heart" has. The images from each page sing in a way that allow the viewer to go on a personal journey to Ethiopia with out ever having to travel very far. The images captured have texture, emotion and warmth that evoke a sense of beauty from cover to cover. Everyone that i have shown this book to has been captivated by the images they have been exposed to. This book is what results when simple wonders of the world meet with amazingly unique photographic technique. Often times Ethiopia is viewed as a poverty stricken third world country. However through the images found in this book it is easy to see that even the often neglected sectors of the world have a natural beauty that have always been there but have not been correctly depicted, UNTIL NOW. "Ethiopia from the Heart" took me to new heights and i encourage more people to partake in this movement of enlightenment. This book not only tells a story of its people but it also strives to restore and preserve the images found. Part of the proceeds of the book go to preserving the natural life in Ethiopia. Through the efforts of the artist and the donations of readers such as myself we will be able to collectively stand together to help keep the images found in this book vibrant and alive for years to come.

Stunning
This book has earned a place of prominence in my home. I love to share it with friends and have given it as a present to many members of my family. Why? Because it appeals on two levels.

Mr. Asfaw has a gift for photo composition. The book is filled with lovely examples of texture, opulent color, stark contrasts, and, fittingly, heart. The photograph captions are reserved for an appendix. In "Ethiopia from the Heart," the viewer is politely presented with photographs and an opportunity: to enjoy a personal experience with the beauty and dignity of the Ethiopian people, their striking homeland, and their rich culture.

Another level of this book is its purpose. Mr. Asfaw and Ms. Jones, who so nicely handled the photo editing and layout, are very vocal supporters of renewing Ethiopia's natural resources. The flyleaf states, "A portion of the profits from this book will donated to organizations working to preserve forests by providing alternatives to using wood for fuel." It encourages me when artists generously apply their gifts to achieve such admirable goals.

From a Western perspective, these photographs are exotic. The idea that deforestation is threatening the way of life for so many today is disturbing. That future generations might never know the lushness on display in some of these landscapes is frightening. The intense, sere bleakness of some landscapes shown in this work is an undeniable call to action. A simple first step for many of us is to purchase this book and help Mr. Asfaw contribute to a worthy cause. ... Read more

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A Story in Stones explores the relationship between Portugal and Ethiopia during the 16th and 17th centuries from a unique perspective. Through historical research and many years of fieldwork J.J. Hespeler-Boultbee reveals Portugal's early Renaissance contact within the Ethiopian Highlands using a description of contemporary architectural vestige. What started as a mission of exploration and discovery for the Christian kingdom of the great Emperor Prester John and Portugal's search for an ally against Islamic forces developed into diplomatic, military, religious, cultural and most long lasting of all, architectural ties between Portugal and Ethiopia. This great search started with the overland route of Portuguese explorer Pêro da Covilhã that led him to the Ethiopian Highlands in 1493, thirty-seven years before Portugal's diplomatic embassy mission of 1520.

The story within the stones can still be seen in the ancient Portuguese and Gondarine ruins which are still of great influence in today's architectural design in this region. J.J. Hespeler-Boultbee explores over thirty different sites within the Highlands, many of which are remote and rarely visited. Fully illustrated with colour photos and drawings.

Review:
"We are deeply indebted to Jeremy Hespeler-Boultbee... for his initiative in studying Portuguese, Portuguese-Indian or Ethio-Portuguese buildings in Ethiopia, and thus opening an entirely new field of Ethio-Portuguese studies."
- Richard Pankhurst, Institute of Ethiopian Studies, Addis Ababa University

About the Author:
J.J. Hespeler-Boultbee is an Art & Architectural Historian and Associate of the Institute of Ethiopian Studies, Addis Ababa University.Having worked in Portugal as a lecturer at the University of Lisbon, an associate for CIDEHUS, the research and development organization at the University of Évora and as a Master Builder and Stonemason restoring old and traditional houses for over twelve years, he is uniquely qualified in this field of research. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

Important Historical/Artistic Overview
While there are an increasing number of volumes, works, and articles in the press regarding Eastern/Western exchange for Asia and the Americas as well, there is precious little on this topic - other than works dealing with the slave trade. Portugal's influence - and here we are talking about Catholic and Jesuit influence as well - is an important but little know chapter in Africa's religious and artistic history.
Because there is so little on this topic I am quite pleased with the work. However, a hard back edition would be better, in my opinion, as well as a great use of color photos instead of B/W imagery. Also a few articles dealing in greater depth with the artistic nuances and historical details would be useful. There is a lot of explanation of the various sites but the work needs something more to pull it more effectively together - in my opinion. Still a very good and useable work.

Father Joseph Lea ... Read more

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Introduces the geography, history, government, economy, culture, daily life, and people of the country known as "the roof of Africa." ... Read more

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Ethiopia has recently come to the attention to global strategic planners.This report puts these executives on the fast track.Ten chapters provide: an overview of how to strategically access this important market, a discussion on economic fundamentals, marketing & distribution options, export and direct investment options, and full risk assessments (political, cultural, legal, human resources).Ample statistical benchmarks and comparative graphs are given. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Countries and Their Cultures, brought to you by Gale®, a part of Cengage Learning, a world leader in e-research and educational publishing for libraries, schools and businesses.The length of the article is 5359 words.The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase.You can view it with any web browser.Covers the broad range of popular religious culture of the United States at the close of the twentieth century. Beliefs, practices, symbols, traditions, movements, organizations, and leaders from the many traditions in the pluralistic American community are represented. Also includes cults and phenomena that drew followers, such as Heaven's Gale and UFOs. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from African Arts, published by The Regents of the University of California on March 22, 2009. The length of the article is 7300 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Beyond wide-eyed angels: contemporary expressive culture in Ethiopia.(Cover story)(Report)
Author: Peri M. Klemm
Publication: African Arts (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 22, 2009
Publisher: The Regents of the University of California
Volume: 42Issue: 1Page: 6(8)

Article Type: Report, Cover story

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