Research Guides: GLS/POL-215/315 (Franz): Cultural Websites & Reference Books

Global Websites on Culture

globalEdge
For cultural info, use the search box at the top to find your country. Click on "Country Insights" and on the left of that page, click on "Culture."
International Etiquette Guides
Every Culture

Older Reference Books, but Pertinent Info on Global Culture

Worldmark Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life by Timothy L. Gall
Call Number: Reference GN333 .W67
ISBN: 9781414448824
Publication Date: 2009-05-12
This encyclopedia "covers more than 500 cultural groups in Asia and Oceania, Europe, the Americas and Africa. Five volumes — organized for quick reference by continent — cover history, politics, customs, religion, education, gender issues (new to 2nd edition!) and much more for culture groups such as Kurds, Amish, Germans and others."
Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands by Terri Morrison; Wayne A. Conaway
Call Number: Reference HF5389 .M67
ISBN: 1593373686
Publication Date: 2006-07-24
From the publisher: "The most authoritative and comprehensive text of its kind, Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands, 2nd Edition is your must-have guide to proper international business protocol. With countries such as China and India taking on a more significant role in the global business landscape, you can't afford not to know the practices, customs, and philosophies of other countries."

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