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Letter from China
This is a poignant and irreverent diary of the author's yearlong (2001-2) experience of teaching English to college students in Beijing, People's Republic of China. From the very first pages, the author draws you into his struggle with a culture worlds away from his comfort zone. The author's generous and compelling personality allowed him to gain access to the lives of his students and their families, who became characters in his tale. One can experience the author's wit and humanity throughout the narrative.
The author's humorous view of China is especially timely and dovetails with...
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4.8 stars from 26 ratings
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“I loved this book. It was very emotional and I found that I laughed and cried through the whole thing. I regretfully have to give it four stars though because I found the narrator to be a bit dull off the get-go, but got better as the story went on. Great overall though!!”
Vandazle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/14
Vivid and charming
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“poignant account of an middle age American English teacher in China during the year 2000-200. The heart-warning stories capture his experience during a moment in time with engaging characters and observations of daily life. Exquisite quality and production with wonderful prose and story telling....”Read full review »
abcboy123 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/29/12
Charming
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“Quite slight in content, but a charming read and informative too if you want to know what life is like on the ground as a Westerner in China - or was like about 10 years ago. Recommended.”
Wealden via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/17/12
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