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Looks at the social life, customs, and national characteristics of Spain, including coverage of such topics as values, attitudes, religion, family, food, language, and social relationships.

Don't just see the sights—get to know the people. In the popular imagination Spain conjures up a picture of rapacious conquistadores, fiery flamenco dancers, and brilliant artists. All true enough but how closely does everyday life in modern Spain conform to these dramatic stereotypes? Culture Smart! Spain explores the complex human realities of contemporary Spanish life. It describes how Spain s history and geography have created both strongly felt regional differences and shared values and attitudes. It reveals what the Spaniards are like at home, and in business, how they socialize, and how to build lasting relationships with them. The better you understand the Spanish people, the more you will be enriched by your experience of this vital, warm, and varied country where the individual is important, and the enjoyment of life is paramount. Have a richer and more meaningful experience abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on history, values, attitudes, and traditions will help you to better understand your hosts, while tips on etiquette and communicating will help you to navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.

Culture Smart! Spain explores the complex human realities of modern Spanish life. It describes how history and geography have created both regional differences and shared values and attitudes. It reveals what the Spaniards are like at home, and in business, and how they socialize. It prepares you for their boundless energy and widespread religious devotion; and offers practical tips on how to behave and make the very most of your visit. The better you understand the Spanish people, the more you will be enriched by your experience of this vital, warm, and varied country where the individual is important, and the enjoyment of life is paramount.

Spain often conjures up a picture of rapacious conquistadores, fiery flamenco dancers, and brilliant artists. How closely does everyday life in modern Spain conform to these dramatic stereotypes? Culture Smart! Spain explores the complex human realities of contemporary Spanish life. It describes how Spain's history and geography have created regional differences, shared values, and attitudes, and reveals what the Spaniards are like at home and in business, how they socialize, and how to build lasting relationships with them.

Culture Smart! Espanha é um guia prático e esclarecedor para você entender a cultura e a sociedade espanholas. Quer você esteja viajando a lazer ou a negócios, este guia vai ajudar a transformar sua estada em uma experiência memorável e enriquecedora. Os assuntos abordados incluem: - costumes e tradições locais; - o impacto da história, da religião e da política no país; - os espanhóis em casa, no trabalho e nos passeios; - comer e beber ao estilo espanhol; - o que fazer, o que evitar e os tabus; - etiqueta nos negócios; - comunicação explícita e implícita; - e muitas dicas práticas para que você consiga lidar com o inesperado. Conheça os guias da série: França Itália Reino Unido Estados Unidos Alemanha

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Beschrijving van Spaanse gewoonten, etiquette en wetenswaardigheden.