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Culture Shock!
Culture Shock! Brazil
CultureShock! Brazil dispels the preconceptions about this diverse dynamic country and reveals the beauty and character that is Brazil. Written in a personable style, the book touches on all aspects of Brazilian life presenting the reader with a balanced, realistic and useful guide. This book leads you through the economic power house that is São Paulo to the beach life of Rio de Janeiro, to the lush and abundant vegetation of the rainforest. There is invaluable information about how to acquire a visa, rent a property, obtain a driving licence together with details on dining etiquette and the Brazilian work environment. Be introduced to the friendly and outgoing Brazilian character and understand how to speak Brazilian. Socialising is key to life in Brazil, which is why CultureShock! Brazil is packed with information and advice on dealing with crowds, noise and learning to not only survive but enjoy the experience that is Brazil.
440 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2002
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October 20, 2017
The first time I skimmed through this book was at Distant Lands in Pasadena near Colorado Blvd. on Raymond.( Sweet shop, that place.) A pleasant spending of time! ( This library copy won't have much life left, some of the pages could barely hold together.)I would urge anyone who plans to visit or live in Brazil to check this out before the trip. I would buy this happily. Accessible and clear writing. Volker Poelzl did a fine job educating foreigners about Brazil.
December 14, 2019
This book, like others in the Culture Shock series, is helpful, but limited. It focuses on a particular ex-pat in a business environment. I found it moderately useful.
June 23, 2008
You may wonder why I choose to read about Brazilian culture being that I lived there for 5 years. I originally bought the book so my husband could learn about the culture. I decided I should read it to see if it was an accurate depiction of Brazil. It definately is. It was a great refresher for me and I also learned some things.
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