USA - Culture Smart!

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Who can afford not to understand the USA? Many aspects of American life are embraced worldwide, yet the familiarity felt by first-time visitors can be misleading. Beneath the surface of American popular culture lies a complex society filled with contrasts. It embodies rugged individualism, ambition, and high-tech achievements, while also being deeply religious with a commitment to church and charity. This updated edition reveals a society in transition, responding to events like the 9/11 attacks with overseas wars and facing economic challenges such as the subprime mortgage crisis, which brought the first African-American president to power during a significant recession. In a politically and culturally polarized environment, the rise of social media has amplified voices across the spectrum, from the Tea Party to Occupy Wall Street. As Americans confront a shifting global landscape and reassess their attitudes and behaviors, Culture Smart! USA offers insights into the core influences and ideals that shape the nation. It explores American life at work, home, and play, providing visitors with a contemporary cultural roadmap of this dynamic and multifaceted society.