Chapter 1 LAND & PEOPLE
Geographical Snapshot
Climate and Weather
The Regions
Language and Identity
A Brief History
Government
Politics
The Economy
Slovaks Abroad
Chapter 2 VALUES & ATTITUDES
Family
Work Ethic
Fatalism and Passivity
Self-Criticism
Disillusionment and Nostalgia
A Growing Consumer Culture
To So Nedd
Service Without a Smile
Wealth and Money
Men and Women
Hierarchies and Titles
Attitudes Toward the Police
Religion
Regional and National Pride
Attitudes Toward Foreigners and Minorities
Chapter 3 CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS
Christmas and New Year
Fasiangy(CARNIVAL)
Easter 096
Name Days and Birthdays
Saturday Weddings
Slovak Folk Culture
Chapter 4 MAKING FRIENDS
Making Conversation
Friendly Relations
Formality
Openness and Directness
Hospitality
Names and Nicknames
Romancing the Foreigner
Chapter 5 THE SLOVAKS AT HOME
Housing
Family Life
Education
Military Service
Love and Sexuality
The Doily Round
Chapter 6 TIME OUT
Food and Drink
Pub Culture
Discos and Clubs
Music, Cinema, and Drama
Sports and Outdoor Activities
Vacations
Chapter 7 TRAVEL, HEALTH, & SAFETY
Arrival by Air
Trains, Buses, and Trams
Taxis
Renting a Car and Driving
Walking
Cycling
Changing Money
Where to Stay
Health
Safety
Chapter 8 BUSINESS BRIEFING
A Changing Economy
Setting Up a Meeting
Introductions and Getting Started
Presentations
Negotiations
Contracts
Managing Disagreements
Socializing and Work
Chapter 9 COMMUNICATING
Language
Physical Space and Contact
Humor
The Media
Mail
Telephone and Internet
Conclusion