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| American Ways: An Introduction to American Culture (3rd Edition) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Maryanne Kearny Datesman, Joann Crandall, Edward N. Kearny
Publisher: Pearson ESL
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 386576
Media: Paperback
Edition: 3
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 296
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 9.9 x 8 x 0.6
ISBN: 0131500864
Dewey Decimal Number: 428.64
EAN: 9780131500860
ASIN: 0131500864
Publication Date: January 8, 2005
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 Fascinating read for anyone living in the U.S. May 23, 2000
17 out of 18 found this review helpful
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.
 good start January 8, 1999
16 out of 19 found this review helpful
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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