national characteristics, french

Presents six essays that analyze and discuss eighteenth-century folklore, everyday life in Europe during the time, and stories including "Little Red Riding Hood," an account of a massacre of cats, and Mother Goose.

Explains the daily lives of the French people, including school, work, family activities, and everyday life both in the city and the country.

Portrays life and national characteristics in Parisian France as well as in the deep countryside.

Presents six essays that analyze and discuss eighteenth-century folklore, everyday life in Europe during the time, and stories including "Little Red Riding Hood, " an account of a massacre of cats, and Mother Goose.

A guide to the customs and etiquette of France, providing insight into the behavior of the French people, and discussing language and communication, food and wine, business, shopping, home life, and other topics.

Presents a portrait of French society by providing an alphabetical listing of eighty-five characteristic behaviors, attitudes, and customs, covering topics that include religion, humor, and friendship.

Offers information to travelers on French culture and society, providing a brief history of the country, and covering values and attitudes, customs and traditions, the French at home, shopping, business dealings, and other topics.

A guide to France for expatriates and long-term visitors, sharing first impressions of the country, providing background on the French people, their customs, and etiquette, and offering practical advice on how to find accommodations, get settled, and begin to experience the food, culture, and language of France. Includes tips on working in the country.