Russia in the Culture Shock! series has been set up in order to inform the visitor of the finer points and detail concerning social etiquette, traditions and customs, bringing visitors to a sensitive yet substantial understanding of the country in question. The author of the guide has experienced the joys and pitfalls of cultural adaptation and so is ideally placed to provide informative advice. The title contains insights into local culture and traditions, guidance on adapting into the local environment, linguistic help and lots of general information to help you get the most out of your experience.