| Title | : | Beijing Bound |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | Glen Loveland |
| Release | : | 2025-01-14 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Travel in Asia, Books, Travel & Adventure, Biographies & Memoirs |
| Size | : | 2465539 |
| Discover China like never before in Glen Loveland's "Beijing Bound" - a riveting memoir/travelogue that captures the essence of a dynamic and evolving city. In 2007, Loveland, an American hired by an Australian firm, steps off the plane in Beijing and is immediately swept up in a whirlwind of capitalism, construction, and pre-Olympic fervor. With wit, insight, and vulnerability, Loveland invites readers to navigate workplace clashes, wild nights, and travel adventures, as he forges deeper connections through empathy and trust. As a gay expatriate, Loveland offers a unique perspective, challenging stereotypes and providing stories that highlight the power of immersion and cultural exchange. Beijing Bound is more than just a memoir - it's a geopolitical commentary, a travelogue, and a love letter to a city poised between tradition and modernity. Whether you're an Asia enthusiast, an armchair traveler, or curious about expatriate life, this unforgettable and inspiring book is not to be missed. |
