Courtesies in the Gulf Area: A Dictionary of Colloquial Phrase and Usage - Softcover

Hawley, Sir Donald

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1900988038 ISBN 13: 9781900988032

Publisher: Stacey International, 1998

Synopsis

The warmth of the people in the Gulf region is legendary. The exchange of greetings and courtesies is an essential part of life and it can be difficult for a visitor to summon up the right reply at the right moment to match his hosts' grace and goodwill. Courtesies in the Gulf Area addresses exactly this need. It is filled with vocabulary and phrases to help the visitor handle any occasion. With a section on proverbs, good manners and everyday courtesies, this is a unique and useful companion for anyone wishing to make an impression in the Gulf.

About this title

Synopsis

The exchange of greetings and courtesies is essential to the rhythm of everday life in the Gulf region, and reflects the traditional warmth and friendliness of its people. This invaluable book is the fruit of Sir Donald Hawley's thirty years' experience as a diplomat and scholar of the region. Courtesies in the Gulf Area is a complete guide to handling every business or social occasion the visitor is likely to encounter - with grace and goodwill.

About the Author

Sir Donal Hawley, KCMG, MBE, author of 'Courtesies in the Gulf Area', trained as a Barrister-at-Law, he worked with the Sudan Government (1944-5) and thereafter served with H.M. Diplomatic Service.

Edition details

• Publisher: Stacey International
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1900988038
• ISBN 13: 9781900988032
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 96