Beijing Bound: A Foreigner Discovers China

By Glen Loveland

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1922958786
• ISBN13: 9781922958785
• Release Date: January 2025
• Publisher: Sid Harta Publishers
• Length: 390 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 8.5"