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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: Western world
Two more arguments I’m tired of hearing
In addition to “The west doesn’t understand China,” the second refrain you’ll hear when it comes to defending some of the Party’s more draconian policies is that “China is a big country with a large population.” For example, a comment … Continue reading
The West doesn’t understand China
From time to time people disagree with some of my thoughts on China. I welcome thoughtful comments, and one of my major motivations in starting this blog was seeing to what degree people agreed with my thoughts on the middle … Continue reading
Posted in Chinese Culture & Language, Current Events
Tagged Beijing, China, CNN, Confucius Institute, Global Times, Han Chinese, People's Daily, Western world
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The Party’s narrative of China’s history
After watching “The Founding of the Party” a few months ago, I was left with several questions about how the last 200 years of Chinese history is presented in the country’s school system. My two favorite sources for this kind … Continue reading
Posted in history
Tagged Boxer Rebellion, China, History of China, Hong Xiuquan, Qing Dynasty, Taiping Rebellion, Treaty of Nanking, Western world
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