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I'm currently reading Richard Burger's book Behind the Red Door: Sex in China. It is a very interesting look at a subject that is rarely discussed with expats (or anyone else).
Tag Archives: Han Chinese
While we’re on the issue of sovereignty, let’s talk about Tibet
The other day, I highlighted China’s argument for why it should be considered the rightful owner of the Diaoyu Islands – in short: Military aggression should not be rewarded with new territorial claims Treaties signed under duress should not be … Continue reading
Cultural Jealousy
Li Songjun [name altered] fondles his earring as he speaks, stopping to think every few words. We have been drinking coffee and tea for nearly three hours now, originally meeting for business with our respective jobs, but have now wandered far into … Continue reading
Posted in Life in China
Tagged Asia, China, Chinese, Chinese culture, Chinese people, Han Chinese, hanggai, Inner Mongolia, Mongolia, Xinjiang
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Chinese Regionalism – The treasure trove of Chinese culture
When many westerners arrive in Beijing or Shanghai, their suspicion that all Chinese really are the same is quickly confirmed. The fact that 92% of China’s population identify themselves as Han, almost seems like an underestimate at first glance in … Continue reading
Posted in Chinese Culture & Language, Life in China, Rural Life
Tagged Beijing, China, Confucius, Han, Han Chinese, Mandarin, Mandarin Chinese, Shanghai
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Seeing Red in China 