From the author:
I will have to pass the buck to the Chinese themselves for this book because my students were all of them to a man (or woman) quite offended that I would write only good things about their country! Seeing their reactions to my idea of writing an ‘only positive book’, after a few minutes of agonizing, I adjusted my focus and started writing, tying to balance between the interesting and the fascinating as well as the annoying!
These pages are my own experiences and thoughts
from either living or visiting in Chengdu, Chongqing, Beijing, TianJin, Nanjing, Harbin, Changsha, Changde, Guilin Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Wuhan and smaller cities in Guangdong.
About the Book ‘Faces of China’, with its bright design, including cartoons and photos, is a refreshing and unique way of looking at Chinese people and society from the bottom up! A must for every traveler and businessperson, or anyone interested in China and the Chinese today! A witty and yet informative blend of information for the visitor to China today!
“The book follows a brisk tempo that should maintain the reader's interest throughout. The author's appreciation and extensive knowledge of China is apparent from the earliest passages of this book, and the inclusion of quite a few humorous illustrations could be found to augment the overall enjoyment value of this offering. Jeremy Vernon's ability to share his extraordinary exploits in an entertaining and educational manner will further enhance the appeal of this book!” (Courtesy: Dorrance Publishers). |