[Culture Smart! 01] • Thailand · Culture Smart! by Jones, Roger -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Title Page Copyright About the Author Contents Map of Thailand Introduction Key Facts Chapter 1: Land and People

• The Regions of Thailand • Climate and Seasons • The People • A Brief History • Government and Politics • Town and Country

Chapter 2: Values and Attitudes

• Knowing One’s Place • Status and Face • Respect for Others, and the Wai • Self-Confidence • Self-Control • Maintaining Social Harmony • Love of Fun • Generosity • The Importance of the Head • Attitudes to Sex • Attitudes to Foreigners

Chapter 3: Religion and Tradition

• Thai Buddhism: A Brief Description • Visiting Temples • Religious Rites • Religious Festivals • The Brahmin Influence • The Spirit World • Other Religious Groups

Chapter 4: Monarchy and Military

• The Monarchy Today • Respect for the King • The Chakri Dynasty • Who’s Who in the Thai Royal Family • Royal Titles • The Armed Services • Important Military Prime Ministers • The Armed Forces Today

Chapter 5: Family and Social Relationships

• Children and the Family Hierarchy • Names and Nicknames • Family Obligations and Nepotism • Birth and Birthdays • Marriage • Death • The Position of Women • Thai Houses • Relationships at Work • Thai Relationships with Non-Thais • Visiting People at Home

Chapter 6: Time Out

• Eating Out—Thai Style • Thai Cuisine • Meals • Words on the Menu • Typical Dishes • Condiments • Fruit and Desserts • Drinks • Shopping • Sightseeing • Cultural Life • Popular Culture • Sports • Holidays and Festivals • Nightlife • The Sex Industry

Chapter 7: Travel, Health, and Safety

• Ease of Travel • Arrival • Entry Restrictions • Transportation in Bangkok • Transportation in the Provinces • Where to Stay • Security • Health Matters

Chapter 8: Business Briefing

• Preparation Is Vital • The Chinese in Business • Management Thai Style • Establishing Trust • Meetings • Dealing with the Government • Women in Business and the Professions • Kickbacks

Chapter 9: Communicating

• The Thai Language • Communicating with the Thais • Understanding Thai English • Addressing People • Learning Thai • A Word about Time • Dos and Don’ts • Communications and the Media • Conclusion