Jeff J. Brown is an American writer and author who backpacked through rural China.
In his book, 44 Days Backpacking in China, he shares his personal experiences and encounters during his expedition across various provinces, including food, history, culture, politics and myths.
Very few Westerners can tell this story.
Summary
As a fluent Mandarin speaker with dual French and American citizenship, he was able to immerse himself in the local culture and explore parts of China that even Chinese city-dwellers rarely see.
Jeff’s travelogue provides a unique Western perspective on China’s history, government, and diverse landscapes, from bustling cities to remote villages.
His book serves as a cultural bridge between East and West, at a time when China-West relations are pretty terrible.
Traveling through China is like stepping into a living, breathing work of art. The landscapes, the architecture, the people—it’s all breathtakingly beautiful.
Jim Elliot
