Global Culture

An international business expert helps you understand and navigate cultural differences in this "brilliant guide to what all business leaders need to know right now" (Marshall Goldsmith, author of the New York Times and global bestseller What Got You Here Won't Get You There) When it comes to...

The ultimate (unofficial) Survivor book for fans from the contestant-turned-host of Rob Has a Podcast. Rob Cesternino has probably talked more Survivor than any other person on the planet. After playing in Survivor: The Amazon and All-Stars, Rob built a community amongst Survivor’s online fans...

*A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice* From celebrated Yale professor Valerie Hansen, a “vivid” and “astonishingly comprehensive account [that] casts world history in a brilliant new light” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) and shows how bold explorations and daring trade...

“A sprightly and clear-eyed testimonial to the value of globalization” (The Wall Street Journal) as seen through six surprising everyday goods—the taco salad, the Honda Odyssey, the banana, the iPhone, the college degree, and the blockbuster HBO series Game of Thrones. Trade allows us to...

In the fifth edition of his best-selling Very Short Introduction work, Manfred B. Steger considers the major dimensions of globalization: economic, political, cultural, ideological, and ecological. He looks at its causes and effects, and engages with the hotly contested question of whether globalization is, ultimately, a good or a bad thing.

As president of the World Bank for a decade, James Wolfensohn tackled world poverty with a passion and energy that made him a uniquely important figure in a fundamental arena of change. Using a lifetime of experience in the banking sector, he carved a distinct path in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Europe for the institution that serves as the major lender to the world's poor.

Check out these famous countries and regions that owe their shapes to an important geographic feature. These features help dictate so much about the countries they border.

The majority of immigrants who passed through Angel Island Immigration Station in the early 20th century came from China and Japan, but large groups also came from a few other nations.

Based on comprehensive research, including gathering and analyzing input from 48 intercultural experts and her own personal and professional experience, Global Cultural Interplay introduces Osnat Lautman’s innovative TCAP™ Model consisting of four spectrums that form the foundation of an informed global mindset: Trust, Communication, Authority, and Process. Made to elevate your multicultural business approach in theory and practice, Lautman presents dozens of countries' positions on the four spectrums, illustrating and intertwining them with experts’ stories and advice.

From the acclaimed author of The Pencil and To Engineer Is Human, The Essential Engineer is an eye-opening exploration of the ways in which science and engineering must work together to address our world’s most pressing issues, from dealing with climate change and the prevention of natural...

Missiologist James E. Plueddemann presents a roadmap for cross-cultural leadership development in the global church. With keen understanding of current research on cultural dynamics, he integrates theology with leadership theory to apply biblical insights to practical issues in world mission. The future of the global church depends on effective multicultural leadership. God has called people from various contexts to minister and lead in every land for the sake of the gospel.

The kaleidoscopic story of how an underground American subculture reshaped the global fashion industry. The world now calls it “streetwear.” This is the story of how this fiercely guarded counterculture launched a lifestyle and fashion movement that has endured for nearly fifty years. It was...

An against-the-grain polemic on American capitalism from New York Times bestselling author Tyler Cowen. We love to hate the 800-pound gorilla. Walmart and Amazon destroy communities and small businesses. Facebook turns us into addicts while putting our personal data at risk. From skeptical...

Wouldn’t you like to take a family vacation to a place you’ve never been, right now? You and your entire family are invited to come and experience, learn, feel, and imagine what life in other countries all over the world is like for other kids!

Wouldn't you like to take a family vacation to a place you've never been, right now? You and your entire family are invited to come and experience, learn, feel, and imagine what life in other countries all over the world is like for other kids! Visit fascinating countries around the world without ever having to leave your home with a kids’ documentary series that teaches an appreciation for both culture and biodiversity by country worldwide.

Are you ready to explore one of Western Europe’s most beautiful countries? Sofia and Rodrigo can't wait to take you back a step in time to tell you all about the ancient history of Portugal. Put on your walking shoes and get ready to explore huge rivers, beautiful beaches, and the oldest city in Europe. Sofia and Rodrigo will show you everything Portugal has to offer, from the sandy beaches in the south to icy mountain tops in the north.

Siblings Nimol and Akara take us on a whirlwind adventure across their ancient home country of Cambodia. Are you ready to explore hidden temples that were built thousands of years ago? Would you like to taste a crispy deep-fried cricket sold on the side of the street? You could even dive into the crystal clear ocean and enjoy some tropical snorkeling. Nimol and Akara can't wait to show you where they live, how they speak, and what they eat.

Aden and Naila guide us around their tropical home country of the Maldives. Are you ready to snorkel over colorful coral reefs and be surrounded by thousands of species of fish? Get a taste of the delicious seafood eaten in the islands, and watch the traditional dances of the Maldives on the white sand beaches. Learn about the culture and religion and how the country is working to protect its natural environment.

In this audiobook, brother and sister Ezra and Shoshanah take us on a whirlwind journey around their historical home country of Israel. Are you ready to get a glimpse into how our ancestors lived and uncover ancient temples? Join in, and learn how a small country with little water or food has blossomed into a developed economy! Feel free to jump in the warm Dead Sea and float above the salty water. Visit different educational museums from art and history to technology and space.

In this book, Helga and Magnus take us on a whirlwind adventure around the cold Nordic island of Iceland. They give us a peek at their ancestral traditions, the food they eat, the clothes they wear and show us the beautiful landscapes, animals, plants and places they like to visit in their home country!