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I'm currently reading Richard Burger's book Behind the Red Door: Sex in China
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It is a very interesting look at a subject that is rarely discussed with expats (or anyone else).
Tag Archives: Chinese New Year
Sheng Shuren: A Jounalist in New China - Part 5 - The Untouchable
Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 The Shengs were a prominent family in Ningpo. There were the old Shengs and the new Shengs; Mr. Sheng’s family was the old Shengs, landowners for generations. The family residence consisted of … Continue reading
Posted in history, Life in China
Tagged Anhui University, Beijing, Chinese New Year, Cultural Revolution, History, journalism, Shanghai, Sheng Shuren, Xinhua News Agency
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Sheng Shuren: A Journalist in New China - Part 4 - The Great Leap Forward and Propaganda
Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 I almost forgot; I had been to Shanghai before. It was the Chinese New Year of 1990, I decided spontaneously to go to a friend’s home to spend the holidays. On New Year’s Eve, … Continue reading
Posted in history, Life in China
Tagged China, Chinese New Year, Great Leap Forward, Hefei, History, journalism, propaganda, Shanghai, United States, Xinhua News Agency
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On vacation, but don’t fret
Just letting you all know that I am taking off with my wife for a few weeks to enjoy Spring Festival somewhere a little warmer (Malaysia). As I travel I’ll make sure to take copious notes, and will seek out … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Arts and Entertainment, Beijing, China, Chinese New Year, Dragon, Malaysia, Music, Year of the Dragon
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