About this book
CultureShock! San Francisco provides first-hand advice that will quickly help you feel at home in The City by the Bay. You will come to know the city's eclectic and tenacious spirit, and you will understand its overpowering charm. The breathtaking Golden Gate Bridge suspended over the bay, the cable cars that conquer steep hills, the sun-basking sea lions and the painted ladies of San Francisco-all will move from imagination to reality, here. Yet practicality rules! Let this guide show you the neighbourhoods, the restaurants, and opportunities for cultural enrichment. Let it help you through the challenges any newcomer encounters, from finding an affordable home to selecting a school for your kids. And most importantly, let it advise you how to fit in with that diverse assortment of locals who together make San Francisco truly unique.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- About the Series
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- Note
- Dedication
- Introduction
- Map of San Francisco
- Chapter 1: First Impressions
- Chapter 2: Overview of the City and its History
- Chapter 3: The People by the Bay
- Chapter 4: Socializing in San Francisco
- Chapter 5: Settling In
- Chapter 6: Food Lovers’ Haven
- Chapter 7: Enjoying the Good Life
- Chapter 8: Learning the Language
- Chapter 9: Business and Employment
- Chapter 10: San Francisco at a Glance
- Culture Quiz
- Do’s and Don’ts
- Resource Guide
- Further Reading
- About the Author
- Index
