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Peter Hessler on his new book, "Other Rivers: A Chinese Education"

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Navigating Humor and Complexity in Modern China

This chapter explores the challenges and absurdities of life in contemporary China, emphasizing the diminishing presence of Anglophone writers and their impact on understanding Chinese society. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on humor, the speaker showcases how laughter serves as a vital coping mechanism amidst censorship, social complexities, and the pressures of the education system. The discussion also delves into the unexpected reception of George Orwell's works in classrooms, revealing deep cultural insights as students grapple with themes of conformity and self-awareness.

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