Ukraine - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

by Anna Shevchenko

Book Overview

Who are the Ukrainians? What are the key historical and cultural events that have shaped them? What are their values, and what challenges do they face today?

Ukraine is a country of paradoxes. The people are proud of their roots, yet reticent about their recent past; the country participates in international space programs and produces the world's largest aircraft, but still lives in a world rich with superstition. The Ukrainian way...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1857336631
• ISBN13: 9781857336634
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Kuperard
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 4.3" x 6.6"

Customer Reviews

Ukraine - Culture!

I went to Kiev, Ukraine and villages surrounding Chernobyl from January 2-10. This book was a big help. I read it before I went and then took it to read on the plane. I learned not to whistle! They think it is calling the devil. The customs and etiquette guides were very helpful.

This is a good resource.

I purchased this book, based on other reviews, before travelling to the Ukraine. It was very helpful. I recommend reading it in advance of your trip. And, do remember to bring it along. This book met or exceeded my expectations in all areas.

Very well written

What an interesting book, very well written. The book really does inform. Good to read before going to Ukraine.

Culture Smart!: The title says it all.

A great travel resource, I read this after a trip to Ukraine to better understand interactions we'd had. Boy, do I wish I had read it *before* traveling. I will make a point of seeking out country-specific books from this series to get a jump on transitioning to a new culture.