Oman- Culture Smart!(ISBN=) 英文原版

　　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

　　SIMONE NOWELL is a writer who has spent eleven years in Oman
and has traveled extensively throughout the country. Along with her
family, she embraced the local culture and made many Omani friends.
British by birth, Simone has spent the last twenty-six years in the
Middle East and has planted firm roots in the region. Swapping the
fast-paced life of the editor of a regional magazine for a slightly
slower pace of a freelance author, Simone also encourages local
literature and supports the talents of locally-based writers and
illustrators through her family’s small publishing company. She
currently lives in Dubai with her husband, Rashid, and their two
children.

Brief History
Politics
Economic Life
Traditions
Friendships & Family
Relationships
Bureaucracy
Religion
Humour
Local Holidays
Taboos
Invitations
Gifts
Dress
Business etiquette
Punctuality & Appointments
Team working
Communication
Negotiating
Women in Society
Tips
Eating Out
Traditional Food
Dos and Don’t
Making Friends