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What I’m reading
I'm currently reading Richard Burger's book Behind the Red Door: Sex in China. It is a very interesting look at a subject that is rarely discussed with expats (or anyone else).
Tag Archives: Houyi
Mid-Autumn Festival
According to my students, Mid-Autumn festival is the second most important holiday of the year, behind Spring Festival, and just ahead of Qing Ming. Yet, each year I am surprised by their total lack of ability to explain just what … Continue reading
Posted in Chinese Culture & Language
Tagged Chang'e, China, Emperor Yao, Han Dynasty, Houyi, Mid-Autumn Festival, Moon, Mooncake
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