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How Serendipity Shaped the Life of Author Boyé Lafayette De Mente This is the personal memoir of author Boyé Lafayette De Mente, the 4th of ten children born to poor parents in an isolated valley in the Ozark Hills of southeast Missouri, and raised during the Great Depression of the 1930s. He went on to have a remarkable life which he attributes to the incredible power of serendipity. As editor of The IMPORTER magazine in Tokyo in the late 1950s and early 1960s and as the author of numerous pioneer books on the mindset and business practices of the Chinese, Japanese and South Koreans he made major contributions to the initial rise of Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China as economic superpowers. He played a leading role in helping to launch the career of Thunderbird School of Global Management alumnae brother Merle Hinrichs who became the largest trade magazine publisher in Asia, a major financial donor to Thunderbird and member of the board of directors. And he launched the publishing career of Kentucky hillbilly Larry Flynt who achieved great wealth and notoriety as the publisher of HUSTLER magazine and champion of freedom of speech. [On the day De Mente met Flynt he told his wife that he had just met a 26-year old man who had the intelligence and drive to become president of the United States by the time he was old enough to qualify for the office.] De Mente's encounters and relationships with such extraordinary individuals as Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, America's ranking naval officer during World War II; Akio Morita, co-founder and leading light of what was to become the Sony empire; Toshio Karita, former protocol officer for the Imperial Family of Japan; and Daisetzu Suzuki, Japan's leading Zen master, plus many more, were experiences he could not have even dreamed about before they happened. His story is an example of the potential of ordinary individuals to achieve significant things when life presents opportunities and they follow up on them.

The oral history of Arizona's Hopi Indian tribe tells them that they were the first human beings to inhabit the North and South American continents and that they arrived aboard large rafts, island-hopping across the Pacific Ocean...not by the land bridge that once connected Alaska and Siberia. The details of their arrival, splitting up into groups and going in different directions to populate the two continents, are so detailed that it is hard to believe that they are just myths concocted for some ulterior purpose. In this provocative title, the author, known for his code-word books on the cultures of China, Japan, Korea and Mexico, uses key Hopi words as windows to reveal the traditional beliefs, customs and spirit of the Hopi people. The spiritual-based lifestyle they created was in many ways far superior to those that developed in Europe and other parts of the world...especially in their understanding of both humans and nature, and the cosmos at large. Perhaps most astounding of all in the story of the Hopi is their tradition of prophecies and their in-credible accuracy.

This book describes customs that reveal the mindset of present-day Japanese, providing a fascinating look at how they think and why they think and behave the way they do. These things include historical events, their "kata-based" business practices, male-female relationships, nighttime entertainment trades and other forms of recreation from sightseeing to the imaginative use of high-tech devices. It is a useful read for business people as well as for travelers and anyone interested in modern-day Japanese culture.

Arizona's Navajo Indians, the largest tribe of Native Americans in the U.S. with a Reservation larger than 10 of the smaller states, arrived in the area several thouand years agos--an amazing event chornicled in their oral history and in key words in their language. Author Boye Lafayette De Mente has used these key words to reveal not only the history but the extraordinary culture and wisdom of the Navajos. Far from being simple savages when they first encountered white men in the 1500s, they had a long tradition of poetry and healing that equaled that of European nations. The book also details the virtual extinction of the Navajos in the 1860s by the U.S. military and their comback from this "Fearing Time"--an amazing saga of American arrogance, ignorance and inhuman treamtment of an extraordinary people.

AMERICA'S FALL FROM GRACE! / QUOTES YOU MAY WANT TO USE! This handbook distills into quotable comments the more obvious faults, failures, idiosyncrasies and occasional flashes of wisdom displayed by humanity-an incredibly mixed bag of ignorance, willful stupidity, intelligence and accomplishment that boggles the mind. Topics covered in the handbook cover boys, business, businesspeople, Christianity, cultures, drugs, economics, entertainment, girls, God, gods, homosexuals, the Internet, Islam, Jews, men, news media, obesity, politics, politicians, religions, sex, sexuality, TV commercials, women, and more! The contrasts between the animalistic qualities and the god-like qualities of human beings described in the book may suggest to some that the differences may be one of nature's greatest jokes-or that nature is just experimenting as it has done with all other life forms on the planet. There is also a summation at the end of the book that delves into the physical, intellectual and spiritual nature of human beings-aspects that make them amazing, frustrating, intriguing and provocative creatures. As noted, the book presents insights into the human condition in a collection of incisive quotes you may want to use on any number of occasions!

In the early 1600s some of Japan's samurai who were not vassals of fief clan lords traveled about the country challenging other samurai to fight duels to the death as their way of training-a shogunate approved custom known as shugyosha [shuu-g'yoh-shah] or "samurai-in-training," The shugyosha who was to become the most famous samurai in Japan's history was a young man named Musashi Miyamoto, who fought his first duel when he was 13 years old. By the time Miyamoto was 28 he had killed over 60 other samurai in death duels, a dueling record that has never been equaled in any country where duels were a common practice. Somehow, at a very young age, Miyamoto had developed a fighting technique based on 13 principles and 13 practices that made him invincible-simply unbeatable by a single or multiple opponents. Miyamoto then retired from killing, but continued roaming the country, teaching his way of sword-fighting at the dojo of fief lords and staging demonstrations. The principles and practices Miyamoto created were based on the fundamentals of Zen: recognizing the difference between illusion and reality; between the irrational and rational; between the impractical and practical; between weakness and strength, etc. In addition to the story of Zen in India, China, Korea and Japan, I have identified and described the 26 principles and practices Miyamoto created and reformulated them as guidelines for the most desirable mindset and behavior of all categories of people, from athletes, businesspeople, educators, parents and politicians to students.

This book presents and explains key words that control the mindset and behavior of the Chinese, Japanese and Koreans, with insights about when and how to use them in business and personal relationships. It also includes insightful descriptions of their use in a series of everyday situations, as well as a definitive look at the amazing contributions made to world cultures by ancient India when its wealth was twice that of all other countries on the planet. "Key Words" is valuable background reading for anyone interested in Asian countries.

The economies of the advanced countries have gone global, but not the cultures! This presents a plethora of problems that include economic as well as political affairs, especially with countries whose cultures are often so different that compromises--much less agreements--range from difficult to impossible. In this book, author Boyé Lafayette De Mente, known for his pioneer books on the business and social cultures of China, Japan, Korea and Mexico, presents a series of business-oriented insights that take much of the mystery out of the mindset and behavior of the Chinese, Japanese, Koreans and Mexicans. It is excellent background reading for business people, diplomats, political leaders, academics and students.

This book identifies and explains the mindset and behavior of males and females regarding god myths, religions in general, sexual attitudes and sexual behavior, personal relationships, interpersonal relationships, cross-cultural attitudes and behavior and why humanity continues to be plagued by male violence.

China has emerged on the world scene as a major economic and political force that appears destined to surpass the United States-a portent of the future that goes well beyond anything the U.S. has faced before. The business practices of today's China are a mixture of traditional values and customs combined with Western concepts and practices that, despite bumps in the highway, are propelling the country forward at warp speed. This book addresses both the traditional and modern-day aspects of how business is done in China, and offers valuable insights in how to deal with them effectively. It also covers aspects of China's appearance on the international scene and the globalization of its economy that are political in nature. It is an ideal handbook for businesspeople, consultants, educators, and students.

Kata [kah-tah], which translates as "form, process, way of doing things," is the Rosetta stone of Japan's traditional culture - the key that unlocked both the mystery and the mystique associated with how the Japanese did business and conducted their personal and professional affairs. Expressed another way, kata were the cultural molds that created and controlled the traditional behavior of the Japanese and were the source of both their strengths and weaknesses. Still today all dealings in Japan are influenced by the kata that continue to influence the mindset and behavior of the Japanese, yet most foreigners are not aware that they exist. Knowledge of the kata strips away the cultural cloak hiding the Japanese from the outside world and reveals the essence of the famous Japanese Way. For foreigners to deal effectively with the Japanese - in both personal and business matters - they must know when and how to induce them to break the kata molds and behave in a non-Japanese way. Younger generations of Westernized Japanese break the molds until they go to work, then they must conform to the kata that remain in whatever company they join.

This is a definitive description of the fundamental changes that have taken place in the way the Japanese do business since the meltdown that began in the late 1980s and early 1990s, with specific guidelines for understanding and dealing with the changes. It covers the Western practices that have been adopted by Japanese companies in conjunction with the core traditional culture values and behavior that still distinguish the Japanese, and the measures the Japanese have taken to contend with global competition, particularly the rise of China and other Asian countries as economic powerhouses. The hundred-plus culturally pregnant key Japanese words the book identifies and explains provide a comprehensive portrait of the Japanese mindset and behavior that is essential for foreign businesspeople, diplomats, academics and students.

Human males have been responsible for most of the violence that has plagued humanity since the origin of the species. It is something programmed into males by their genes. The passing of a great deal of time and the positive influence of females has resulted in most males generally being able to control their natural instincts to use violence to get their way, but this evolutionary advance has not prevented the vast majority of human males from exhibiting irrational behavior and being willfully stupid even when they know better. This mindset is responsible for the present state of affairs in the United States and in the economc, social and religious problems in other societies. Virtually all of the male-created institutions have traditionally been designed to keep women from using their minds and to repress their natural sexuality-and this especially applies to man-made religions. This book details the overall failures of American culture-from economics, education, entertainment, politics and religions to sexual behavior. It also maintains that human beings cannot achieve even half of their potential until women play an equal if not primary role in the affairs of humanity. And it makes other suggestions for overcoming the built-in handicaps of humanity.

All societies throughout history have been plagued by virtually every form of violence known-a phenomenon that derived from the inability of human beings to create and sustain cultures that were humane, equitable, peaceful and progressive. The United States is an example of a society whose founding principles were, in fact, based on equality, mutual respect, goodwill, peaceful competition, and so on, but it has failed to abide by these principles in every aspect of life. How and Why Male Dominance Plagues Humanity explains why societies have suffered from violence, irrationality and destructive behavior since day one-a shocking fact that most men may deny-and details the effects these failings have had on the United States and the world at large. It covers every aspect of the failures of American culture, from advertising, drugs, education, entertainment, fashions, marketing, the news media, politics, pornography, and religious institutions to sexual behavior. It proposes remedies for these failings and goes on to provide the details of what a rational, common sense, sane culture should be and how to achieve a new universal culture that befits the best side of mankind-a gargantuan task that the author says can only be achieved if women become the dominant power in all societies! It is a book that should be on the "must read" list of every man and woman in the country.

In this book the author offers explanations of why male dominance and religious dogma have prevented human beings from achieving the peace, security and prosperity that most people desire. Known for his business and cultural-insight books on China, Japan, Korea and Mexico, De Mente attributes the weaknesses and/or failings of all of the fundamental elements of human cultures on the dominance factor in the genetic programming of human males. "Males are designed to dominate in all of their relationships, particularly with females, and this is at the core of most of the problems that have afflicted mankind since the origin of the species," De Mente says. "This dominate trait in the make-up of males was responsible for the creation not only of the world's cultures but also the creation of gods to explain the phenomena of life, nature and the cosmos in general," he adds. De Mente says that when males in the human species became self-aware they developed a compelling urge for an explanation of life and the material world around them, and began creating gods to explain how it all came about. "Virtually all if not all ancient people created a multitude of gods to explain their existence and the existence of animals, the seas, the mountains, the weather and other elements of nature-resulting in an array of gods that in some cultures continue to be worshipped today." he adds. "Then between four and five thousand years ago the religious leaders of a group of Hebrew tribes who lived what is now Israel gradually came to the conclusion that there should be just one god so they created a single god and began to preach that he was the only God." [Members of these tribes later became known as Jews, from the name of one of the tribes.] "However, this one-god theology was not effective in changing the inherent nature of men, so some two thousand years ago Jewish prophets decided to add an additional element by introducing an earthly representative of God who decades after his birth became known as Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who could act directly with his followers and presumably be more effective. "This too failed to curb the ignorance, willful stupidity and violent nature of males, so still today all of the different versions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam-along with other religious cults-are rent with varying degrees of discrimination, greed, intolerance and violence." The book explains why males regard themselves as superior to females; why females are in fact superior to males; why both male and female sexuality has been misunderstood and misused; the damage done to females by religions, and the transition from a religious-based morality to a money-and-profit-based morality that has spread around the world. De Mente outlines fundamental changes that he says are essential before human beings can rise up out of the muck and mire of all of the male-created and male-dominated cultural institutions-religious, economic, educational, political and social-and achieve their full potential.

Japan is known worldwide for its economic prowess and such iconic symbols as geisha, karaoke, manga, Mt. Fuji, ninja, feudal-age samurai warriors and huge sumo wrestlers. What is not so well-known are its amazing historical artifacts [shrines; temples; castles; the world's largest and oldest wooden buildings; arts and crafts, hundreds of annual festivals that go back nearly two thousand years]; the incredible scenic beauty of its mountains, gorges, rivers, one of the longest and most gorgeous coastlines in the world; and a combined modern and traditional lifestyle that is so fascinating and seductive that exposure to it for just a few days is a mind-altering experience. The author identifies and describes a choice selection of things that make Japan one of the world's most unusual, most intriguing, and most enjoyable travel destinations...things that explain why so many foreigners take up permanent residence there once they have experienced life in this amazing country.

Farewell to faux pas! Minding your manners is an acquired skill, but what serves you well elsewhere could trip you up in Japan. Save yourself possible embarrassment with Etiquette Guide to Japan. An inside look at Japanese social graces, it answers all the questions of the thoughtful traveler. Extensive, specific information on Japanese business etiquette assists readers traveling to Japan for business.Although often overshadowed by a modern facade, longstanding traditional aspects of Japan's culture still influence the country and almost everyone in it. Concrete evidence of this traditional culture can be seen everywherein the ancient arts and crafts that are still important parts of everyday life, in the many shrines and temples that dot the nation, and in the modern comeback of traditional fashions such as kimono and yakata robes. To many Western visitors, however, the most obvious example of this traditional culture's strength is the unique etiquette of the Japanese. Like many nations, Japan has experienced vast political, social, and economic change over the past century. But enough of Japan's traditional etiquette remains to set the Japanese apart socially and psychologically and to make success in socializing and doing business with them a special challenge for Westerners. About this new version:This updated and expanded edition of the best-selling Japanese etiquette guide addresses not just the puzzling protocols relating to name cards, bowing or shaking hands, bathrooms and public bathsbut also what to do when entertaining Japanese dinner guests, attending a Japanese tea ceremony, taking the subway, and much more! It also provides the latest etiquette in mobile phone manners, texting, social media and other forms of digital communication. The glossary at the back of the book has been revised to include the latest technology-related words and expressions used by Japanese today. Two new chapters address the changing role of foreigners in the workplace and the contemporary business style and etiquette used by the younger generation of Japanese who are now increasingly cosmopolitanbut still very Japanese!

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Learn the ins and outs of conducting business in South Korea. South Korean companies and technology have suddenly conquered the world. Samsung, Hyundai and LG are industry leaders and the global brands. Korean culture in the form of K-Pop music videos and "e;Korean Wave"e; films and TV dramas are watched everywhere from Tel Aviv to Singapore to Rio. Korean gourmet food trucks ply the streets of New York and LA, and kimchi has found a place on the shelves of well-stocked supermarkets around the world.With just a fraction of Japan's land area, less than half its population, and no natural resourceshow have Korean companies managed to conquer the world in such a short period of time? What is the "e;secret sauce"e; of Korean business practices and companies that make them so successful?To find out, readers need more than statistics and company profiles. Learning the basics of Korean culture, about Korean social etiquette and Korean business culture, will enable you to understand for the first time how Koreans think and why they work so effectively to achieve their goals. This understanding will enhance your own effectiveness in doing business with Koreans, or in competing with themwhether in Korea or elsewhere. The Korean Way in Business is a must-read for business professionals who wish to know the secrets underlying the commercial practices and business success of modern-day Koreans.

The Koreans: understanding a people and their culture through key words and language.Koreans have a unique character and personality that sets them apart from all other Asians. And although Korean attitudes and behavior may be influenced by the modern world, the Korean mindset is still very much shaped by ancient culture and traditions. As is the case with all ancient cultures created within highly refined and meticulously structured social systems over thousands of years, one of the keys to understanding traditional Korean attitudes and behavior is the language of the peopleor more precisely, key words in the language. These key words provide access to the Korean mindto core concepts and emotions, the attitudes and feelings that make up the Korean psyche. These key terms reveal both the heart and soul of Koreans and provide bridges for communicating and interacting with Koreans on the most fundamental level.In The Korean Mind, Boye Lafayette De Mente explores the meanings and cultural context of the most important "e;code words"e; of the Korean language, terms whose significance goes well beyond their literal definitions, providing an insight into Korean culture and the personality of the Korean people.Keywords include:Aboji, Ah-boh-jee The "e;Father Culture"e;Anae, Ah-negh Wives: The Inside PeopleHan Yak, Hahn Yahk The Herbal Way to HealthInnae, Een-nay A Culture of EnduringKatun Sosuy Pap, Kaht-unn Soh-suut Pahp Eating from the Same Rice BowlAnd over 200 more

This essential guide to Chinese etiquette will make embarrassing social blunders a thing of the past! Whether you're traveling to China for business or pleasure, whether your stay will be long or short, your visit will be more pleasurable and effective if you understand your host culture and how to work within it. This updated and expanded edition of the best-selling Chinese etiquette guide on the market addresses not just the puzzling protocols relating to name cards, bowing or shaking hands, bathrooms and public bathsbut also what to do when entertaining Chinese dinner guests, attending a Chinese tea ceremony, taking the subway, and much more! It also provides the latest etiquette in mobile phone manners, texting, social media and other forms of digital communication. The glossary at the back of the book has been revised to include the latest technology-related words and expressions used in China today. Two new chapters address the changing role of foreigners in the workplace and the contemporary business style and etiquette used by the younger generation of China who are now increasingly cosmopolitanbut still very Chinese! Etiquette Guide to China includes everything you need to know to be a successful, courteous traveler: Hand gestures and body language How to address the Chinese Dining and restaurant manners Gift giving and celebration in China Entering into and understanding business relationships How to behave in professional situations Dealing with China's political culture The Chinese way of negotiating

Farewell to faux pas!South Korea is one of the greatest economic success stories of the past 60 years, and more and more Westerners are traveling to this bustling, modern country for business and pleasure. But no matter why you visit, an understanding of Korea's etiquette and culture is essential to an enjoyable and successful trip. With Etiquette Guide to Korea, you'll never need to worry about making an embarrassing mistake. This authoritative guide covers everything the courteous traveler needs to know, including the importance of names and how to use them, shaking hands versus bowing, table manners for celebrations and everyday meals, and how to negotiate in Korea. Also included are invaluable lists of Korean vocabulary and helpful phrases, making this book the most important item you can pack for your trip or extended stay in Korea.

It''s amazing how 100 key words and phrases provide instant communication!Do you want to speak simple Japanese but are too busy to study it? Are you visiting Japan for a short time and want a Japanese phrase book to help you communicate? If so, then this thoroughly revised second edition of Boye Lafayette De Mente''s classic, bestselling phrase book and Japanese dictionary is for you. It''s tiny 0.4 x 4.1 x 5.9 inches size makes it incredibly convenient to travel with but without losing the essential content for communication. The idea of Instant Japanese is simple—learn 100 words and phrases and say 1,000 things. The trick is knowing which 100 words to learn, but the author, De Mente has solved the problem, choosing only those words you''ll hear again and again. Even with a vocabulary this small, you''ll be surprised how quickly and fluently you too can communicate in the Japanese language. Words are repeated in different combinations, building familiarity without effort. A brief guide to pronunciation allows the user to say the phrases correctly and a Japanese dictionary allows for quick reference. Here''s a sample of what you''ll be able to do with this Japanese phrasebook: Meet people Go shopping Ask directions Ride the subway Order food and drinks And much more…About this new edition:This new, expanded edition contains 15% more content, fun manga-style illustrations, Japanese etiquette tips and additional information on which destinations, personalities and trends are hot in Japan right now!

It''s amazing how 100 key words and phrases provide instant communication!Do you want to speak conversational Korean but are too busy to study it? Are you visiting Korea for a short time and want a Korean phrase book to help you communicate? If so, this Korean phrasebook for you. It''s tiny 0.4 x 4.1 x 5.9 inches size makes it incredibly convenient to travel with but without losing the essential content needed for communication. This new, expanded edition contains 15% more content, fun manga-style illustrations, and additional information on which destinations, personalities and trends are hot in Korea right now!The idea of Instant Korean is simple—learn 100 words and phrases and say 1,000 things. The trick is knowing which 100 words to learn, but the author Boye Demente has solved the problem, choosing only those words you''ll hear again and again. Even with a Korean language vocabulary this small, you''ll be surprised how quickly you can learn Korean and how fluently you too can communicate in Korean. An English–Korean dictionary makes looking up words and phrases quick and straightforward. Here''s a sample of what you''ll be able to do with this Korean phrasebook: Meet people. Go shopping. Ask directions. Ride the subway. Order food and drinks. And much more.About the new edition:This revised edition has manga illustrations to give visual cues for language use in context, and useful cultural notes on what''s proper in Korea—how to address someone based on the hierarchy in societal structure (age, gender and how well acquainted with the other party), how to get the attention of a wait staff in a restaurant, etc.

A handy Japanese phrasebook and guide to the Japanese language, Survival Japanese contains basic vocabulary necessary for traveling in Japan.This book contains all the necessary words and phrases for speaking Japanese in of setting. Perfect for students, tourists, or business people learning Japanese or traveling to Japan, it also contains a beginner guide to the Japanese language, allowing for a deeper understanding of Japanese than a typical Japanese phrasebook or Japanese dictionary. The phrasebook is broken into two sections: Common Japanese Expressions and Key Words, and Japanese Pronunciation Guides for Key Japanese Names and Signs. All Japanese words and phrases are written in Romanized form as well phonetically, making pronouncing Japanese a breeze. For example, the word for "hotel," hoteru is also written as hoe-tay-rue. Authentic Japanese script (Kanji and Kana) is also included so that in the case of difficulties the book can be shown to a native Japanese-speaker. Key features of Survival Japanese include: Hundreds of useful Japanese words and expressions. A short Japanese dictionary in the back Up-to-date expressions for the internet, mobile, and social media Romanized forms, phonetic spellings, and Japanese script (Kanji and Kana) for all words and phrases. Tone markings indicated for all words and phrases A concise background and history of the Japanese language. A pronunciation guide for Japanese words including long vowels, double consonants, and accents. A guide to Japanese grammar including word order, questions, singular vs. plural, and formal, vs. informal.

"This book contains all the necessary words and phrases for speaking Mandarin Chinese in any kind of setting. Perfect for students, tourists, or business people learning Mandarin or traveling to China or Taiwan, it also contains a beginner guide to the Mandarin language, allowing for a deeper understanding of Chinese than a typical Mandarin phrasebook or Chinese dictionary. The book is broken into four basic sections: Common Chinese Expressions and Key Words, Essential Chinese Communication Tools, Chinese Travel Vocabulary, and making your own sentences. All Chinese words and phrases are written in Romanized form (pinyin) as well phonetically, making pronouncing Chinese a breeze. For example, the word for "reservation," yuding is also written as yuu-deeng. Authentic Chinese characters are also included so that in the case of difficulties the book can be shown to the person the user is trying to communicate with."--Publisher's description.

Includes 100 key Chinese words and phrases, to provide instant communication.

A handy Korean phrasebook and guide to the Korean language, Survival Korean contains basic vocabulary necessary for getting around Korea

This book is a comprehensive, expert guide to doing business in ChinaWestern technology, management expertise and capital have fueled an incredible expansion of China's economy. Trade with China is at an all-time high, and so are the numbers of Westerners traveling to China for business. Business from China has also picked up as Chinese firms look to expand abroad. Understanding the ins and outs of the confusing and often contradictory Chinese business culture can lend an enormous advantage. The Chinese Way in Business is an invaluable tool that teaches Westerners the basic Chinese philosophy of doing business and how to cultivate strong personal relationships with Chinese business people and Chinese nationals.The author, Boye Lafayette De Mente worked in Asia for over thirty years as a journalist and business consultant and has long been considered an authority on East Asian business. In this book, he reveals the historical factors, collective traits and individual qualities that determine how the Chinese do business today, and the direction their economy will take in the future. His is a true insider's view—whether the topic is the legal framework for business development, or the importance of social relationships to successful business dealings in China.The book is broken into ten key parts:Introduction: The Land and the People—includes an overview of Chinese ethnicity and the languages of ChinaPart One:Return of the Central Kingdom—an extensive overview of recent events and new technologies in ChinaPart Two: The Historical Perspective—Chinese philosophy and the Chinese mindset from antiquity to modern timesPart Three: Doing Business in China—A detailed analysis of the nuts and bolts of Chinese BusinessPart Four: Key Concepts in Chinese Business—Concepts native to China such as Guanxi (relationships) that drive Chinese business practicePart Five: Additional Business VocabularyPart Six: Glossary of Useful Terms—designed for quick referencingPart Seven: Internet Gateways to China—An overview of the dynamic online world in ChinaPart Eight: Miscellaneous Information—contains information about English Language Publications and Weather PatternsPart Nine: Learning Some New Skills—Classical Chinese techniques which might benefit Western business people