A Westerner's Bicycle Tour in China, with a Crash Course in Chinese Culture and Society
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| Rating | : | 4.30 (663 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B00N52LA9A |
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| Number of Pages | : | 173 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-03-01 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It is also intended for readers who are simply looking to learn more about Chinese culture and society, from a Westerner’s perspective.. This book is based on a bicycle tour that the author completed in the late spring of 2014. The bicycle tour followed an eastern route, avoiding the heavily polluted coal areas. The best way to experience it all is by bicycle. China is a beautiful country with a fascinating culture and wonderful people. The book includes over 250 photographs and a wealth of practical information that should be useful for any Westerner planning to visit China, as well as for anyone planning a bicycle tour in any foreign country. Rather than separate the notes on Chinese culture and society from the perspectives and events of the actual bike tour, the cultural and societal notes are naturally interspersed within the story of the actual bi
Math profesor can write For a guy who writes books on cryptology, and helped put the Mars rover there, the narrative is brisk, informative, and fun.I'm going to read the Ride Across America next.