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Good reads about China
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Good reads about China
I'm headed to Beijing next week and like to read good books--fiction and non-fiction--about the places I travel to. Any suggestions for either would be appreciated.
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Re: Good reads about China
I just read (actually listened to) China Inc. by Ted Fishman. It was well-written, informative, eye-opening, and a little troubling for someone ensconced in the comforts of American suburbia.
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Re: Good reads about China
Mao The Unknown Story by Jung Chang is superb.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mao:_The_Unknown_Story
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mao:_The_Unknown_Story
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Re: Good reads about China
If you're into historical fiction, Lisa See has written some really good books:
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (takes place in the 1800's)
Peony in Love (also 1800's I believe)
Shanghai Girls (1937-1957)
These books focus mainly on the culture of women at the time. Lisa See is an amazing author; these books are really moving and powerful, and also give good information about China.
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (takes place in the 1800's)
Peony in Love (also 1800's I believe)
Shanghai Girls (1937-1957)
These books focus mainly on the culture of women at the time. Lisa See is an amazing author; these books are really moving and powerful, and also give good information about China.
