China's Brave New World: And Other Tales for Global Times (Encounters: Explorations in Folklore and Ethnomusicology)

The book "Vigil: Hong Kong on the Brink" is a thought-provoking and insightful journey into the complexities of modern China, offering fresh perspectives on the country's rapid transformation and its place in the current world order.

Through a series of engaging tales, author Jeffrey N.

Wasserstrom challenges simplistic views of China and Americanization, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the country's cultural, social, and political landscape.

With a lightly knowing eye and ear into the interior mind, heart, and soul of giant China and the innumerable Chinese, this book offers a powerful lens for outsiders to understand a globalizing China and a unique mirror for the Chinese to reflect on their own society in a global context.

Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a curious newcomer, "Vigil" will leave you more observant and attentive to local distinctions when taking your next trip to China.

Don't miss out on this enlightening read!