social life and customs

An introduction to Southeast Asian cultures, discussing their family life, social life, customs, politics, and more.

An introduction to Native Alaskan cultures, religion, family life, and more.

An introduction to Louisiana Creole and Cajun cultures, religion, family life, and more.

An introduction to East Asian cultures, religion, family life, and more.

An introduction to Caribbean cultures, religion, family life, and more.

"What does it take to be a good American? And who gets to decide? Journalist Jess McHugh examines thirteen seemingly innocuous, mega-bestselling reference books, guidebooks, and self-help books that have become blueprints for core American values and shaped our national story"--.

"A . . . rumination on the concept of freedom from [Sebastian Junger]"--Provided by publisher.

"An . . . account of a band of young men in a besieged Damascan suburb who find books in the rubble and create a secret library"--Provided by publisher.

"An intelligent and funny debut about a relatable, indomitable heroine: a young seamstress in Ghana who agrees to an arranged marriage, only to realize that some compromises are too extreme to accept, illuminating what it means to be a woman in a rapidly changing world"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the history, social life and customs of Venezuela.