Both Teach Yourself Portuguese Language, Life, and Culture and Teach Yourself Russian Language, Life, and Culture delve into the customs and ways of their featured countries and their inhabitants, taking a respectful yet lively point of view. Topics include government, arts, language, work, leisure, education, festivals and celebrations, and food. By asking questions such as What kind of music is native to Russia? and What is modern Portuguese art and architecture like? this series invites readers to examine fascinating ...
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Both Teach Yourself Portuguese Language, Life, and Culture and Teach Yourself Russian Language, Life, and Culture delve into the customs and ways of their featured countries and their inhabitants, taking a respectful yet lively point of view. Topics include government, arts, language, work, leisure, education, festivals and celebrations, and food. By asking questions such as What kind of music is native to Russia? and What is modern Portuguese art and architecture like? this series invites readers to examine fascinating aspects of another culture. Each title: -- Explains the role language plays in shaping culture and society -- Provides practical information for travelers and students alike -- Includes glossaries of essential vocabulary and suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter
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