Born on the eve of China’s Cultural Revolution, Ping Fu was separated from her family at the age of eight. She grew up fighting hunger and humiliation and shielding her younger sister from the teenagers in Mao’s Red Guard. At twenty-five, she found her way to the United States; her only resources were $80 and a few phrases of English. Yet Ping persevered, and the hard-won lessons of her childhood guided her to success in her new homeland. Aided by her well-honed survival instincts, a few good friends, and the kindness of strangers, she grew into someone she never thought she’d be—a strong, independent, entrepreneurial leader. “She tells her story with intelligence, verve and a candor that is often heart-rending.” —The Wall Street Journal “This well-written tale of courage, compassion, and undaunted curiosity reveals the life of a genuine hero.” —Booklist (starred review) “Her success at the American Dream is a real triumph.” —The New York Post

While traveling through China, Timon and Pumbaa rescue a lost baby panda.

This is China, usually accompanied by a big sigh of frustration, is the phrase used by many foreigners to explain the random, hilarious and sometimes anger inducing reality of living here. It's also the phrase that can help calm frayed nerves and put everything into perspective. But... This is China is also the most common response you'll get from Chinese friends and colleagues when you push for an explanation about something that, no matter how hard you try, you will never understand because you're looking at it through a foreigner's eyes. This book is written from the perspective of one foreigner who acknowledged the crazy China moments, who sometimes adapted, was often confused and frustrated, yet still managed to fall in love with the people and culture. With a dose of reality and some practical advice, you'll find that you can survive similar challenges as well! Because, remember But... This is China and anything can happen!

The acclaimed author of "When Kambia Elaine Flew in from Neptune" now delivers the story of one girl's excruciating struggle to beat the odds. Williams imbues this narrative with an unshakable sense of hope that transcends China's bleak reality.