<DIV>A practical and accessible guide to an ancient but rapidly changing culture?now revised and updated<br> <br> Perfect for business, pleasure, or armchair travelers, <i>China A to Z</i> explains the customs, culture, and etiquette essential for any trip or for anyone wanting to understand this complex country. In one hundred brief, reader-friendly essays alphabetized by subject, this fully revised and updated edition provides a crash course in the etiquette and politics of contemporary China as well as the nation’s geography and venerable history. In it, readers will discover:<br> <br> · How the recently selected President and his advisors approach global relations<br> · Why China is considered the fastest growing market for fashion and luxury goods<br> · What you should bring when visiting a Chinese household<br> · What’s hot in Chinese art<br> · How recent scandals impact Chinese society<br> <br> From architecture and body language to Confucianism and feng shui, <i>China A to Z </i>offers accessible and authoritative information about China. <br></div>