Category: Culture

  • African Folktales as a Reflection of Culture

    Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Just like other cultures of the world, African culture is reflected through its folklore, the tales that have profound meaning and give insights into the belief system and norms of the African community. The folklore of this nation imposes its standards of what is morally upright…

  • Ethnic Concentration in Cabramatta

    The concept of ethnic concentration can be defined as the one of landscape diversity meaning the social landscape. In this respect, it is necessary to note on the example of northern and southern cities of the United States of America, as suggested by Lewis (1979, p.16), that the difference is likely to disappear. The same…

  • The Analysis of Christmas as a Cultural Context of Consumption

    Introduction All over the world, people celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on or before December 25th. However, the once-religious celebration of Christmas is becoming increasingly commercial in modern times. Sales in the Christmas business in November and December have been rising for years. Why does one give more and more expensive gifts, to what…

  • The Japanese Cult of Cuteness: Turning from National into International

    Table of Contents When and how did Kawaii style begin? Why is cute style so popular? How did cute style reach the United States? Bibliography Japan has always been a bit mysterious country, with its unique traditions and customs that you will see nowhere else in the world. Samurai, kamikaze, geisha, hara-kiri – when one…

  • The Mexican Holiday of Day of the Dead

    Table of Contents Cultural Features of the Holiday Features of Traditional Dances and Other Activities Food and Other Attributes of the Holiday Personal Experience The pandemic is still making its adjustments to life, and many things can still be done mainly online, including watching festivals and concerts. It happened this year with celebrations dedicated to…

  • Adoption of Modern Ideologies in Asia

    Table of Contents Introduction Conclusion Works Cited Introduction The Asian region as it exists today has gone through many transformations. The economic, societal, and political fronts have all experienced major transformations. These transformations have been occasioned by the adoption of Western ideologies. Traditionally, Asia has been a region that has managed to stay aloof from…

  • The Māori Culture of New Zealand

    Maori is the name of the people who historically inhabited New Zealand and are of Polynesian origin; they arrived there about a thousand years ago. Their culture is rich and comprises whakairo (carving), raranga (plaiting), kapa haka (performing), whaikōrero (oratory), and tā moko (tattooing). These arts record Māori beliefs and whakapapa, that is, genealogy. The…

  • Discussion of Cultural Norms and Values

    Table of Contents Chinas Food Culture and Table Etiquette Norms And Values In ‘How Family Works’ Comparison With How My Family Works Chinas Food Culture and Table Etiquette China is a country that focuses on courtesy with a deep history in its food culture. In China, it is essential to observe table manners as both…

  • “Sources of Chinese Tradition, Vol. 1” by Bary, Bloom, and Adler

    Table of Contents Introduction General Information about the Book Book’s Structure Conclusion Works Cited Introduction If people want to learn more about Chinese nation, its history, and its traditions, one of the best sources to use is the book Sources of Chinese Tradition, Vol. 1 written by William Theodore de Bary, Irene Bloom, and Joseph…

  • Chino’s Journey in Bodega Dreams

    Table of Contents Introduction Main body Conclusion Reference Introduction The book Bodega Dreams, written by Ernesto Quiñonez, is one of the best examples of how painful events could change a person’s life completely. At the beginning of the story, Chino – the narrator – thinks he knows exactly how to live his life and what…