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Oracle Bones by Peter Hessler
Oracle Bones by Peter Hessler







Oracle Bones by Peter Hessler

Understanding China is the perfect book for the traveler in search of information about all the numerous facets of modern China. This is a must-read for academics and those interested in global affairs.

Oracle Bones by Peter Hessler

While China Wakes is a very informative text, it is written in a way that is gripping and entertaining it's a true page-turner. China Wakes is the comprehensive resource for learning about many aspects of China through several different perspectives. Along with political commentary and historical overviews, China Wakes describes the culture and lives of Chinese individuals and families. Kristof and WuDunn also make incredible efforts to eliminate the bias and misconceptions that many Westerners have about China.

Oracle Bones by Peter Hessler

This non-fiction book analyzes the the rise of communism in China, its gradual transition to capitalism, and China's hopeful future. Written by reputable New York Times journalists Nick Kristof and Sheryl Wu-Dunn, China Wakes explores the recent history of China from the firsthand perspective of journalists. China Wakes: The Struggle for the Soul of a Rising Power by Nicholas Kristof / Sheryl Wu-Dunn But below are 10 books that will really broaden your horizons about the Middle Kingdom. Our China Guide pages cover in-depth information on everything from sights to cities, culture to tips. Whether you are visiting China to explore its 5,000-year history, do business, or just to see the tourist sights, reading some books about China by people who have first-hand experience is a wise decision.Īs a traveler you should pick up one or more of the excellent China guides by Lonely Planet, Rough Guide, Fodors, Frommers, DK Eyewitness Travel, and Gorilla (for business travelers), which cover the tourist routes concisely and practically. Because of this, it is important to be well informed about China prior to visiting. China is a nation with the world's largest population and a cultural influence that is just as just as immense.









Oracle Bones by Peter Hessler