Book: An Atlas of Extinct Countries Author: Gideon Defoe Reviewed by: Christopher N. Smith, attorney at law and Honorary Consul of Denmark in Georgia Tucked away in the Himalayas, the Kingdom of Sikkim existed for more than 300 years until it went extinct in 1975. Closer to home, the Great Republic of Rough and Ready, … Read more
Book: Unacceptable: Privilege, Deceit & the Making of the College Admissions Scandal Authors: Melissa Korn & Jennifer Levitz Reviewer: Christopher N. Smith, Attorney at Law & Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Denmark The FBI’s “Operation Varsity Blues” made headlines from coast to coast in 2019. The bribery scandal involved several of America’s leading colleges, … Read more
Book: How to Hide an Empire: A History of The Greater United States Author: Daniel Immerwahr Reviewed by: Christopher N. Smith, Attorney at Law and Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Denmark in Georgia A global quest for guano. The need for coal fueling stations for a growing navy. An ascendant global power wishing to … Read more
Volumes have been written about the importance of understanding cultural differences when doing business across borders. Indeed, an unintended faux pas can instantly chill a potential business relationship. Astute businesspeople will determine in advance the culturally appropriate greeting for meeting new colleagues, and they’d be wise to steer clear of sensitive religious or political issues. … Read more
