Jací jsou? - Angličané – group of authors (2019)

An entertaining guide to the English character presents their lifestyle both seriously and lightheartedly. You will learn what they are really like, what is important to them, how they have fun, and how the English family, school, and society function. The English are a very peculiar nation, as evidenced by their specific sense of humor. Read facts and interesting tidbits about their everyday life to better understand them and more easily connect with them. The English view other nations with a bit of pity. To be born an Englishman, from their perspective, means to win the first prize in the lottery of life. Most English people maintain a natural distrust of foreigners and do not understand them. Geography reinforces this belief, as the English see nothing but water all around from their island stronghold. This is the infamous island mentality. It is futile to think that you will be able to penetrate it when so many others have failed. However, since the English are perversely proud of their total misunderstanding of foreigners, it would be wise to gain a tactical advantage by understanding them. Our publication will be a useful assistant in this regard. From the English island mentality springs a well-developed sense of individual personal freedom. The English will leave a free step...