[Bret Harte (August 25, 1836 – May 5, 1902) was an American writer and poet. He is known for his talents in various literary fields- stories, poetry, plays, lectures, book reviews, editorials, and magazine sketches.] COLONEL STARBOTTLE FOR THE PLAINTIFF IT HAD BEEN a day of triumph for Colonel Starbottle. First, for his personality, as […]
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[George William Curtis, (Feb. 24, 1824-Aug. 31, 1892) was an American writer, editor, and leader in civil service reform.] TITBOTTOM’S SPECTACLES In my mind’s eye, Horatio. PRUE AND I do not entertain much; our means forbid it. In truth, other people entertain us. We enjoy that hospitality of which no account is made. We see
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You can spend all the livelong day looking up reviews and recommendations on travel sites, but no one knows how to have fun in a city like Burlington, Vermont, as well as the locals. Want to learn how to have a good time like real Burlington folk? Okay, but this is just between you and
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Be punctual in both formal and informal settings, punctuality is really important in Turkey. Leaving even a small portion of food on your plate is not acceptable. Therefore, make sure you eat all that is served to you. While greeting people, always greet elders first to give respect to them. You can also kiss their
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Always remember that not all Northeasterners are of Mongolian descent. Therefore, don’t ever ask questions like ‘why don’t you look like a Northeasterner?’, as it is really offensive. Be prepared for just two meals in a day when you’re in Mizoram. Since breakfast and dinner are heavy, people don’t do a proper lunch there. Try
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Try to bargain while shopping in local markets in Delhi. It is literally okay to bargain here and will surely save many bucks of yours. Always be humble, patient, and polite while visiting Delhi, as you will be able to enjoy the city at its best in this way. Be more considerate about the traffic
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Use the titles ‘DADA’ and ‘DIDI’ to address males and females respectively, in order to give respect. Durga Puja is the biggest festival that is celebrated in Bengal. Try to go to this celebration when invited. Be prepared while discussing politics, as Bengalis are good debaters on this topic. Assuming that every Bengali loves to
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Be considerate over following the rules when you’re in the South. Giving some bucks as bribery to the policemen won’t ease your trouble. Always remember that eating food with your hands is a part of their culture. Although it is often discouraged in the North it is totally acceptable in the South. Be punctual and
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Be prepared to see a lot of educated and English-speaking peeps when you come to Uttar Pradesh. Unlike common perception, UP is not totally uneducated people’s land. Keep in mind that the people of UP are very hospitable and helpful. Therefore, be very nice when you meet them. Always remember that people may use ‘hum’
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Make sure that you follow all of the traffic rules while driving in Goa. Goans are very good at this and you are expected to do the same. Be prepared to see a very different culture especially if you hail from Central and North India. This is because of the Portuguese influence on this state.
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