Denmark - Culture Smart! (Paperback)

Mark H. Salmon

ISBN 10: 1857338847 / ISBN 13: 9781857338843

Published by Kuperard, London, 2019

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Paperback. Culture Smart! Denmark introduces you to the Danish people and the values they hold dear. Mention Denmark and some people will think of marauding Vikings with horned helmets, looting and pillaging their way across Europe. Others may think of one of Denmark s more famous exports Carlsberg beer, or the fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen. But of the Danes themselves they may know very little. The Danes tend to be more relaxed and less formal than their fellow Scandinavians, and more independently minded. In fact, Denmark used to be referred to by its puritanical northern neighbours as the loose woman to the south. This book gives an insider s perspective on Danish home, work, and social life, and on the Jantelov the principles underpinning the traditional Scandinavian virtues of modesty, equality, and social cohesion, but which also warn against the dangers of individualism. There are many practical tips on how to conduct yourself in Denmark and what to expect in social situations. The effort you put into getting to know the Danes will be amply rewarded. Armed with this guide, you will be able to avoid some of the social and cultural pitfalls that foreign visitors are bound to encounter. And you will discover that, beneath their quiet northern reserve, the Danish people are friendly, fair-minded, civilized, and warm. Culture Smart guides help travellers have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Denmark - Culture Smart! (Paperback)
• Publisher: Kuperard, London
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1857338847
• ISBN 13: 9781857338843
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Mention Denmark and some people will think of marauding Vikings with horned helmets or one of Denmark’s more famous exports—Carlsberg beer—or the fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen. But of the Danes themselves they may know very little. The Danes tend to be more relaxed and less formal than their fellow Scandinavians—and more independently minded. In fact, Denmark used to be referred to by its puritanical northern neighbors as “the loose woman to the south.” This book gives an insider’s perspective on Danish home, work, and social life, and on the Jantelov—the principles underpinning the traditional Scandinavian virtues of modesty, equality, and social cohesion, but which also warn against the dangers of individualism. This book offers many practical tips on travelers should conduct themselves in Denmark and what to expect in social situations. Readers will discover that, beneath their quiet northern reserve, the Danish people are friendly, fair-minded, civilized, and warm.

About the Author

Mark Salmon grew up in Ireland and is a jurist and educator. A graduate of Trinity College, Dublin, he practiced company and commercial law for 10 years before resuming his studies at the National University of Ireland and gaining an M.A. in English Literature. He immigrated to Denmark in 1998, where he worked as a teacher specializing in Business English and as a translator and cultural consultant. He is now Senior Legal Counsel for the Danish international business conglomerate Maersk.