Oval Books
To the Norwegians
68%
»The Norwegian man-hug is more a show of strength than a greeting and is usually a painful…
The Xenophobe's Guide to the Israelis
99%
Highlights the unique character and behavior of the nation. Frank, irreverent, funny — almost…
To the Finns
59%
Forewarned is forearmed — an irreverent look at the beliefs and foibles of nations, almost…
Xenophobe's Guide to the Russians
75%
After the considerable success of The Xenophobe's Guides series, which uncovers the quirks and…
Xenophobe's Guide to the Japanese
87%
The quintessence of unspoken mutual understanding is to be found in the word yoroshiku: 'You have…
The Xenophobe's Guide to the Canadians
76%
After the considerable success of The Xenophobe's Guides series, which uncovers the quirks and…
To the Poles
67%
After the considerable success of The Xenophobe's Guides series, which uncovers the quirks and…
The Xenophobe's Guide to the Americans
79%
To many, the American is a strange creature: brash, loud, and a tad on the prideful side. This is a…
Xenophobe's Guide to the Aussies
86%
Appearances are deceptive Never make the error of underestimating the Aussies. They love to portray…
The Xenophobe's Guide to the English
66%
Never overstep the mark Moderation — a treasured ideal — means a lot to the English. Their respect…
The Xenophobe's Guide to the Irish
56%
A popular perception of the Irish is that they're all fiery, freckle-faced red-heads who'll start a…
The Xenophobe's Guide to the Kiwis
76%
Straight laced and straight faced. A good Kiwi bloke plays things down and does not stand on…
The Xenophobe's Guide to the Scots
58%
Innate instincts. A Scotsman likes to feel that, almost by instinct, he could guddle a trout (palm…
Xenophobe's Guide to the French
78%
France is a country that eats, drinks and breathes philosophy. There is not a farmer, fisherman,…
Xenophobe's Guide to the Italians
76%
La Dolce Vita. The Italians live life to the fullest, and do not feel in the least bit guilty…
To the Swedes
97%
Soulful sadness A common trait among Swedish people is a deeply felt svarmod, a dark melancholy…
German for Xenophobes
97%
After the considerable success of The Xenophobe's Guides series, which uncovers the quirks and…
Italian for Xenophobes
86%
Speak Italian in plain English. This tongue-in-cheek guide includes informative yet cheeky phrases…
The Xenophobe's Guide to the Chinese
68%
A guide to understanding the Chinese which dispels or confirms preconceived prejudices with humor…