Edward Wong, a former New York Times correspondent and bureau chief in China, has released a new book titled 'At the Edge of Empire.' The book, set to be available on June 25, delves into the intricate history of China and Wong's father's role during Mao's regime. The narrative is described as a 'sprawling, complex morality tale' that is both 'poignant' and 'eloquent.' Wong's book not only recounts his father's experiences but also raises significant questions about Chinese identity and the country's historical journey. The book launch was celebrated among notable writers, highlighting Wong's objective reporting as a correspondent.
"At the Edge of Empire" by @ewong is a poignant father-and-son saga but also raises sharp questions about China and Chinese identity, says @hchuaeoan https://t.co/pGIPcSZvn9
For nearly a decade, Edward Wong worked in China as a New York Times correspondent and bureau chief. But it wasn’t until researching for a book that he uncovered the full story of his father’s role in Communist rule. https://t.co/71XWQlMx2Q
I reported for @nytimes in China, but didn't know the full story of my father's time in Mao's army until I wrote a book. "At the Edge of Empire" is out 6/25: https://t.co/DFHMloZ6Mb. Here's my new NYT story on his epic journey and its link to China today: https://t.co/5cN1yPOray
1/ I just finished a 2.5 week trip through China today, my first visit in about a decade. I was there for family reasons, but it also happened to be my first time in the country as a tech industry observer My amateur travel journal on the China tech market - https://t.co/xwwdll9Xvc
“Mr. Wong’s telling of his father’s story is not without sentiment. But he brings to his descriptions of his father’s moral dilemmas the same objectivity and rectitude that marked his reporting as a correspondent in China.” Definitely will read. https://t.co/epRHalxEjv
"At the Edge of Empire," the new book by the fabulous @ewong about China then and now, is "a sprawling, complex morality tale," that is at once "poignant," "eloquent" and "invaluable," writes @tunkuv https://t.co/byRFBcP6BX
"At the Edge of Empire," the new book by the fabulous @ewong about China then and now, is a "a sprawling, complex morality tale," that is at once "poignant," "eloquent" and "invaluable," writes @tunkuv https://t.co/byRFBcP6BX
What a privilege to be among two of the very best writers on China, @eosnos and @ewong, to celebrate Edward Wong’s book launch for “At the Edge of Empire.” To order, check out: https://t.co/vt9M4K7jIG https://t.co/uCE7mnnf39