By Margaret K. Nydell
Perhaps now greater than ever, Margaret Nydell's Understanding Arabs is a must-read. The 5th variation of this vintage creation to Arab tradition has been thoroughly revised and up-to-date to assist readers comprehend the complicated matters enjoying out at the global degree similar to the Arab Spring. Understanding Arabs: a modern advisor to Arab Society is a instruction manual obtainable to each person. Written via the hugely esteemed linguist, Margaret Nydell, the publication promotes realizing among modern day Arabs and Westerners with no pushing a political agenda.
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"Margaret Nydell blends her proficient knowing of Arab background and modern politics with deep and considerate perception into Arab tradition and psychology. Many authors comprehend a lot in regards to the former, and some be aware of a lot in regards to the latter, yet merely knowing Arabs conveys a deep figuring out of the synergies of either. this is often crucial interpreting for these operating in - or with - Arab nations, or trying to comprehend Arab society."- Lawrence R Velte affiliate Professor of close to East South Asia middle for Strategic stories, nationwide safeguard college, and affiliate, Washington heart for Protocol, Inc.
"This ebook is a must-read for somebody eager to understand the center East. The writing is fluid, choked with examples, and up to date to incorporate the Arab Spring. Dr. Nydell, a global well known linguist, with decade of useful event within the box, is an authoritative voice. She offers profound insights into Arabs' perceptions underlying political occasions, and our interactions with each one other."- Elizabeth McKune, govt Director, Sultan Qaboos Cultural middle, and previous US Ambassador to the kingdom of Qatar
"For her knowing of the Arab brain, her services in educating, and her ability in crafting this e-book, Dr. Nydell is really a countrywide treasure. figuring out Arabs can be required examining for any expert or coverage maker who's curious about any method with operating with Arabs or on issues impacting the center East."- F.L. Rusty Capps, former FBI Supervisory targeted Agent, and President of Counterterrorism, Counterintelligence education companions, LLC.
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You do not need to devote much time to this; it is the gesture that counts. 12 Un der s ta n di n g A r a b s In Arab offices supervisors and managers are expected to give praise to their employees from time to time, to reassure them that their work is noticed and appreciated. Direct praise, such as “You are an excellent employee and a real asset to this office,” may be a little embarrassing to a Westerner, but Arabs give it frequently. ” Statements like these are meant sincerely and are very common.
This page intentionally left blank yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy CH A P T ER 1 Beliefs and Values W hen we set ourselves the task of coming to a better understanding of groups of people and their culture, it is useful to begin by identifying their most basic beliefs and values; these determine their outlook on life and govern their social behavior. We have to make broad generalizations in order to compare groups of people—here, Arabs and Westerners. Bear in mind that this generalizing can never apply to all individuals in a group; the differences among Arabs of the eighteen nations described here are numerous, although all have an Arab identity.
Most Westerners do not distinguish between Arabs and Muslims. yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy CH A P T ER 2 Friends and Str anger s R elationships are very personalized in the Arab culture. Friendships start and develop quickly. But the Arab concept of friendship, with its rights and duties, is quite different from that in the West. 1 1 T he Concep t of Fr iendship Westerners, especially Americans, usually think of a friend as someone whose company they enjoy. A friend can be asked for a favor or for help if necessary, but it is considered poor form to cultivate a friendship primarily for what can be gained from that person or his or her position.