- Paperback: 416 pages
- Publisher: Roving Press Ltd; First edition (1 July 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1906651000
- ISBN-13: 978-1906651008
- Product Dimensions: 24.1 x 17 x 2.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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... what sets it apart from others tackling the same subject is that it is a first-hand account by one english family - and their dog - who lived in the USA for two years. I loved the paragraph on `missing things', which justifiably includes quality British newspapers and reporting, strong tea, and good bread and butter. Under overall praise, she finds it refreshing that children are welcomed and catered for almost everywhere; that shop assistants have a very good attitude; and that cleanliness is important. Enormous quantities of food are an issue, and restaurant atmosphere may be lacking, but Julie points out that a huge range of inexpensive eateries can be found and no one sniffs at giving you a doggie bag of leftovers (even if it's not for the dog!). Other chapters cover all the practicalities, from getting your pet into the USA to education, health, financial and shopping matters. A great book for anyone considering moving or having to relocate to the USA, as well as for those who are just curious about life in America.
--Essentially America Magazine, Winter 2009, Carole Chester
--Essentially America Magazine, Winter 2009, Carole Chester
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Want to know what life in America is really like? There is nothing like personal experience and this book is based on more than three years of research, and two years actually living in Ohio, a state demographers class as the most American state and a barometer of the nation.
-- Get there and back with ease with this helpful, down-to-earth guide - whether you are holidaying, studying, working, retiring or moving.
-- What makes America and Americans tick? This book is ideal for anyone curious about life in the US.
-- Written by a female author, it describes the experiences of an English family and their dog - from boarding the yellow school bus, drive-through flu shots to pot-luck suppers watching Ohio do battle with Michigan.
-- It is a novel mix of facts, comments, opinions and anecdotes (including the results of the author s own survey of both Brits and Americans), providing a well-balanced, real-life view.
-- Deliberately kept light-hearted and readable, this up-to-the-minute guide will engage you while passing on invaluable tips and advice.
-- Get there and back with ease with this helpful, down-to-earth guide - whether you are holidaying, studying, working, retiring or moving.
-- What makes America and Americans tick? This book is ideal for anyone curious about life in the US.
-- Written by a female author, it describes the experiences of an English family and their dog - from boarding the yellow school bus, drive-through flu shots to pot-luck suppers watching Ohio do battle with Michigan.
-- It is a novel mix of facts, comments, opinions and anecdotes (including the results of the author s own survey of both Brits and Americans), providing a well-balanced, real-life view.
-- Deliberately kept light-hearted and readable, this up-to-the-minute guide will engage you while passing on invaluable tips and advice.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I found this a good read, it was very well written and has plenty of information, but lacks the finish. yes we know we have to get a visa, but it just brushes over it without giving any real meat on the bones.
David Hampshires book on America and Mark A Coopers book both on the same subject both have good and bad parts.
David Hampshires book has so much info you can be on overload, Coopers' book goes deep into house buying, mortgages and schooling, if you have kids its a must.
So I would recommend 'Moving to the United States of America and Immigration' by Mark A Cooper and 'Living and Working in America' by David Hampshire, both complement each other.
saying that, you cant get too much information on the subject, so do as I did and bought all three.
David Hampshires book on America and Mark A Coopers book both on the same subject both have good and bad parts.
David Hampshires book has so much info you can be on overload, Coopers' book goes deep into house buying, mortgages and schooling, if you have kids its a must.
So I would recommend 'Moving to the United States of America and Immigration' by Mark A Cooper and 'Living and Working in America' by David Hampshire, both complement each other.
saying that, you cant get too much information on the subject, so do as I did and bought all three.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a comprehensive overview of moving to the States. Includes great sections on moving pets and ongoing care; renting or buying houses ands a wealth of information about American culture. Always readable, humorous in places, highly recommended.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Extremely comprehensive guide to not only living in America, but invaluable to anyone interested in American culture or working over there. The author clearly knows her stuff, with exceptional levels of detail, and well-judged humour. Having just returned from 3 years in the States, I'd highly recommend this to anyone planning to live, work, or even just visit for the first time. Volume is much larger and significantly more comprehensive than I expected - it's a big slice of pie!
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This is the one to buy if you're off to the States
I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of this book. It's quite a hefty tome and is packed with highly relevant and, I have to say, fascinating information on all aspects of... Read more
Published 22 days ago by Christian Rakovsky
The information the MOD did not provide.
I found this book on Amazon when my husband was posted to USA and I wanted some information rather than a travel guide. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Melinda & Phil
Extremely helpful book
I have just recently moved to The States from the UK and this book has been invaluable to me in my first week here. Read more
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