A Guidance for Travelers in Different Cultures

Joseph Mbele, a professor of Literature and Folklore, wrote a book titled: “Africans and Americans: Embracing Cultural Differences,” which discusses the manners and attitudes of Americans and Africans. Based on his studies and experiences, he recounts differences between American and African culture, but his observations largely apply to the differences between American culture and other cultures.

Northfield, MN, USA – WEBWIRE – Monday, June 18, 2018

This book is a collection of a traveler’s tales, anecdotes and thoughts…about the differences between African and American culture.

“Africans and Americans: Embracing Cultural Differences” demonstrates a deep understanding and consideration of cultural differences, focusing on such aspects as personal space, the concept of customs inside a home, the concept and image of the body, gender issues, money and other crucial areas of life. As testimonies show, this is a very helpful book for travelers, immigrants and those who are involved in exchange study programs.

Book copies are available at Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Africans-Americans-Embracing-Cultural-Differences/dp/141162341X) and other online book retailers.

Africans and Americans: Embracing Cultural Differences
Written by: Joseph Mbele
Published by: lulu.com
Published date: December 31, 2011
Paperback price: $13.00

About the author
Joseph L. Mbele, a Tanzanian, is a professor of English at St. Olaf College in Minnesota, USA. He previously taught Literature at the University of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania. A keen folklorist, he has lectured and presented papers on folklore at conferences around the world. He has published many papers, as well as a book, “Matengo Folktales.” His work is featured at www.africanexion.com.