- Paperback: 330 pages
- Publisher: Marshall Cavendish Corporation; 4 edition (16 July 2011)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0761456651
- ISBN-13: 978-0761456650
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 12.4 x 2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,641,529 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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CultureShock! Egypt is invaluable to anyone who wants to blend into life in the country whose existence revolves around the River Nile. Containing much insight about the Egyptian people the class system, the importance of family, their sense of honour this guide also provides useful information and advice for settling into your new home and getting along with the locals. For example, learn about their notion of space and eye contact, and how the men may perceive foreign women who smile at them. On the business front, be aware of the necessity of having business cards as well as how to handle uniquely Egyptian business meetings. CultureShock! Egypt is all you need to settle effortlessly into and enjoy your new life in the Land of the Great Pharoahs and magnificent pyramids.
About the Author
Susan L Wilson is currently assistant professor of public health at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee, USA. Wilson has worked as an educator, advisor, negotiator, business consultant, planner, and intermediary since 1979. She began working in Egypt in 1987 while serving as a health and human resources delegate to Egypt from the Texas Senate where she was on staff. Since that time, Wilson has continued to actively assist development between Egyptian and American interests. She has written numerous publications, led university-based training programmes to Egypt, and conducted research in Egypt and the Gulf States. In 1994, she created, organised and directed a new international field school programme conducted in Egypt for the University of North Texas, Institute of Anthropology. Currently, she is exploring new ways to collaborate with Egypt through student and professional exchanges in medicine, nursing and public health. Wilson holds a BA from the University of Cincinnati, Ohio and MA and PhD degrees from the Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.
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Format:Paperback
I purchased this book before I move to Egypt and I'm a little concerned as the writer (who I assume is Amercian) keeps refering to how things are in Britain except the things she says aren't correct. I'm left wondering about the accuracy of the Egyptian content
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excellent preparation
27 Jun 2010
Format:Paperback
My husband and I read this book before traveling to Egypt and found it very helpful in preparing for our travels. We did not go the typical route of American hotels and tours, but rather stayed with a friend and found our way around Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor more or less on our own. It is an excellent book to make you aware of many cultural differences a traveler might not be aware of. I felt that we were able to be more respectful and understand cultural differences than we might have otherwise, had we just ready one of the regular sightseeing travel guides. This book makes some excellent points for women travelers especially, who need to be especially aware of the image they portray in many of the Middle Eastern countries.
4 of 7 people found the following review helpful
OK for a first-time visitor
6 Feb 2009
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Although I have been to Egypt many times, I bought this book hoping to shed a little more light on that very mysterious country. I could have saved my money, because I didn't learn anything new. And the glossary is really terrible! However, first-time visitors will certainly appreciate this book.
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