Product Description

This study of American behavioural and thought patterns analyzes Americans' perceptual processes and how they contrast with the ways of thinking of other cultures. The text covers language and non-verbal behaviour and breaks down cultural patterns into four dimensions: form of activity, form of social relations, perception of the world, and perception of the self. This study helps the reader examine the cultural dimensions of communication and their implications for cross-cultural interaction.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #656915 in Books
• Published on: 1991-06-10
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 208 pages

Customer Reviews

Learning about the American way of thinking
I read this book as part of a class I took called socio-cultural perspectives on language and found this book very interesting and insightful. I teach German at an American university and since I am not American it is important to have an understanding of American culture. A lack of understanding can lead to miscommunications and frustrations both on part of the learner as well as the instructor. Though American Cultural Patterns is somewhat philosophical in its approach, it remains a very readable book with numerous comparisons between American and other cultures which are very helpful. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in knowing more about American culture, be it for professional or personal purposes.