Category: Books
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Mid-Autumn Festival at the Beijing Forbidden City
To celebrate the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival, I took a trip to the Forbidden City in the heart of Beijing. The Forbidden City is, of course, a top place to visit when in Beijing. I’ve visited many times through the years in different seasons, and every time it still astounds me with it ancient presence (and…
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8 Memoirs to Read by China Expats
As an expat living in China for many years, I love hearing stories from others who also live and travel in the Middle Kingdom. I think for all expats living abroad it’s quite entertaining (and therapeutic) to share our stories with each other, to laugh, to reflect, and to commiserate. I enjoy hearing these tales…
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10 Books That Gave Me The Travel Bug
A large number of books I’ve been reading recently (especially in the last few years) have been about traveling. Who doesn’t love a good travel book – a story that introduces new places and takes you far away? I’m always curious about other people’s experiences; where they go, who they meet, what they learn. Here…