Originally posted Wednesday, August 1, 2012 Formerly an official state language during the Qing Dynasty, China’s last imperial dynasty, the Manchu language is now on the verge of extinction. There are more than 10 million ethnic Manchus in China, yet fewer than 20 native speakers remain. Introducing…In Search of Manchuria For those who have followed… Read More In Search of Manchuria: Introducing “The Words of the Emperor”
Originally posted Tuesday, May 29, 2012 I meant to write this post upon my return to the States, but alas, life can be a frenzy and other topics were so much easier to write about. But in light of recent reports of executions and staged accidents of North Korean officials and that of labor camps… Read More An Account From North Korea
Originally posted Tuesday, June 18, 2013 My favorite suitcase (of the checked variety) has flown its final flight. I had just landed in San Francisco and checked into my hotel when I noticed the rip along its seams. This bag has traveled with me throughout the U.S., France, Italy, and China. It was wonderful because… Read More RIP My Travel Companion