Privet, Amerika [Hello America]

By Olga Landsberg

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Russian
• ISBN: 5944312343
• ISBN13: 9785944312341
• Release Date: July 2008
• Publisher: Severnyi Palomnik
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Every Russian expat in the US should have this

If you know a Russian recently emigrated to the U.S. or staying here long term for work or study, get them them a copy ofPrivet, Amerika. Packed into this dense survival guide is everything a long-term visitor or new resident needs to know about every­thing from the vicissitudes of health care to getting married to civil rights, to car rental, lodging and making cultural adjustments. And it is all in Russian! As reviewed in Russian Life

America is all about " YES! WE CAN"

After new President's speech there is nothing more interesting than to see what is going on in USA. I was very surprised that PRIVET, AMERICA has been already translated into more than 40 languages. And the same time I was very proud that this book - which was very interesting and helpful for us, Russians - is very popular in foreign countries. Highly recommend for everyone to read this book in their language! This book should be in every store, every library, every college, every school in USA and other countries!

New in America? This book is for you!

Some emigrants come to the US to join their family, and some emigrants come on their own. Obviously, those who have friends or family have their support, not only financial or emotional, but also informational. Emigrants with network adjust faster, as there is someone who can answer their questions and show the right direction. Those who are on their own, or cannot rely on support of others, are doomed. Even if they speak English perfectly, they will most definitely make mistakes that would cost them extra time or money. When it comes to the daily life and interactions with Americans (shopping, school, etc.), everybody is basically on their own. It takes a while to find one's way around and adapt to the environment. The guide "Hello, America!" is written especially for those who are looking for shortcuts and need information about available resources. America is a country of opportunities, so for an emigrant it is logical to inquire: what are those opportunities for me? What exactly should I do to get myself from point A to B? This book is a collection of questions and answers about almost every aspect of American life - starting from culture (social rules, what is appropriate, and what is not) and ending with employment, SSN and buying real estate. The book is written with great love and respect for America and it could be one of the best introductions to this beautiful country for a Russian reader.