CultureShock! Philippines

CultureShock! Philippines is a survival guide for anyone living, working or wanting to discover life in the Philippines. Settling into a foreign land is never easy but with this book, you will learn to understand the importance of amor-propio, appreciate the Filipino ways and learn about the history and culture of this diverse country. Find out the importance of family to the FIlipinos, how to communicate with the locals and learn the appropriate business etiquette. Packed with a resource guide, glossary, contact numbers and useful advice, CultureShock! Philippines is essential for anyone wanting to fit in and enjoy life in the Philippines. 


Now

based in Sydney, Australia, Filipino Alfredo Roces is an award-winning

veteran journalist who has worked in newspapers, magazines and also

authored several books on the Philippines and its art. He holds a

Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Notre Dame in the USA.

Grace Roces holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Psychology from

the University of Sydney. She spent 18 years designing training

materials until 2000, when she became a special education teacher

working with students who have reading difficulties. Grace grew up in

Manila and moved to Australia in 1978. She is married and has two sons.