China's Brave New World: And Other Tales for Global Times

The Librairie Avant-Garde bookstore in Nanjing offers a unique reading experience, where one can find a diverse selection of books, including Michel Foucault's philosophy and even copies of the Little Red Book.

Jeffrey N.

Wasserstrom takes readers on a journey from 19th-century China to the present day, exploring the complexities of modern China through his travels in Shanghai, St.

Louis, and Budapest.

With an ethnographer's lens, he delves into coffee shops, fast-food joints, red-chip firms, and bootleg video parlors, providing a glimpse into the lives of young Chinese people.

This book offers a fresh perspective on China, challenging simplistic views found in most media reports.

Wasserstrom's writing is engaging and informative, making China's Brave New World a must-read for anyone interested in understanding this rapidly changing society.