CultureShock! Ireland cuts across the many stereotypes of Ireland and the Irish to offer enlightening insights into this fascinating land and its people. Discover a people whose lives, values and attitudes have been significantly affected by history, religion and politics. Avoid social and cultural pitfalls with the practical advice from this book on how to relate to the country?s people and knowing what to do on social occasions. Learn more about the language, food and culture. Be encouraged to pick up activities that are uniquely Irish, such as the traditional Irish dance and road bowling. C.