The Xenophobe's Guide to the Kiwis by Christine Cole Catley

The Xenophobe's Guide to the Kiwis by Christine Cole Catley

Straight laced and straight facedA good Kiwi bloke plays things down and does not stand on ceremony. The rugby player who scores a try is no longer expected to look as if he is bravely accepting a death sentence but, other than in sport, emotion is not something to be shown in public, and not much in private either. A blokess is allowed more latitude. She is even expected by men to carry on a bit. Optimists one and allWhether or not there is a need to worry about something, the obliging Kiwis tell one another that it will be good as gold, right as rain, and no prob (short for problem), usually qualified by one of those great reassurers in any situation, She'll be right, or Piece of cake. Good citizenshipTo Kiwis, politeness is synonymous with warmth and generosity of spirit. Thus North Islanders, when complimented by visitors on their scenery, will ask anxiously, But have you seen the South Island yet? They do not want to be seen as hogging the best bits for themselves. Even handedKiwis love receiving praise about their country. However, since self-deprecation is wired deeply into the national psyche, praise is looked upon suspiciously. Kiwis fear they are being buttered up, or somebody is having them on. Both praise and criticism are reported by the media, and are hotly debated.

Nicholson, Simon: - Simon Nicholson writes for Nick Jr. including such shows as Tickety Tock, Bob the Builder, and Zack and Quack, as well as for BBC children's programming. He lives in London. Visit him online at simonbnicholson.com.

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ISBN 13	9781906042417
ISBN 10	1906042411
Title	The Xenophobe's Guide to the Kiwis
Author	Christine Cole Catley
Series	Xenophobe's Guides
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Oval Books
Year published	2008-06-02
Number of pages	96
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