French and Americans

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One reason for the complex relationship between Americans and the French is their differing approaches to life: Americans prefer action, while the French lean towards understanding. However, grasping this understanding is not straightforward. The author, a French-born American with deep insights into both cultures, explores the significant differences between them and the reasons behind these disparities. Utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach, he invites readers to reflect deeply on their own cultures, helping them recognize previously overlooked aspects and the cultural roots of their identities. This journey of discovery enriches thinking and practices, offering a wider array of options. However, readers should be prepared for a transformation; once exposed to these insights, there is no turning back. Originally published as a French best-seller in 2000, the work has since been made available in various formats, including a comic strip. Many of the 74,000 French-speaking readers requested an English translation for use in French-American companies, culturally mixed relationships, and academic reference in Intercultural Studies, a subject the author has taught at prestigious institutions. He has also delivered numerous lectures to audiences in both countries, maintaining his vitality throughout. “Mais bon!”