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Title: American Ways, The: An Introduction to American Culture by Maryanne Kearny Datesman, Jo Ann Crandall, Edward N. American Way Kearny, Joann Crandall, Maryann Datesman ISBN: 0-13-342015-9 Publisher: Pearson ESL Pub. Date: 16 December, 1996 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $35.93

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Average Customer Rating: 4.33 (3 reviews)

Rating: 5
Summary: Easy-to-read introduction
Comment: This is an excellent introduction to American culture, and easy enough to read to be used with foreign students. The follow-up and supplementary exercises and suggestions at the end of each chapter are particularly helpful. I only wish I had enough time to use more of them.

Rating: 5
Summary: Fascinating read for anyone living in the U.S.
Comment: The American Ways is an easy to read, well-organized, comprehensive book discussing how the U.S. developed its value system. It builds from the history behind the values to how these values are exhibited in today's political system, religion, ethnic assimilation, business, home and family life, education, sports, and leisure time. The reader can easily understand or recognize the value placed on activities in these various areas of American life, both in the past and present.

Excellent references and exercises accompany each chapter.

I have used it with many newcomers to the U.S. and given it to many U.S. born friends. All have enthused over its thought-provoking content. I highly recommend for anyone who wishes to develop a deeper understanding of our great country and all we have to be thankful for.

Rating: 3
Summary: good start
Comment: This book is good in a sense that it gives you a general idea about the American culture. Also, it provides a list of references (books and movies) at the end of each chapter for people who want to learn more about the subject presented on that chapter.

Also, you should know that this book is originaly intended for people who are studying the Englisg language and it provides many excercises at the end of each chapter.

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