Larry Herzberg

The Herzbergs offer an insider's perspective on what to expect when you visit China. Despite its rapid modernization, China is still a land of startling contrasts that can catch even experienced travelers off guard.

In nearly 60 brief essays, long-time China expert Larry Herzberg tackles important facts and myths about China, its history, people, and culture, as well as its contemporary society. Anyone dipping into this book will emerge that much smarter about China, whether visiting, conducting business, studying the language, or simply being fascinated by one of the world's greatest and most influential civilizations.