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The Story of an American Missionary and Her ‘Paper Gods’

Contributions from individuals with unique perspectives to share. Hear from everyone, from experts and commentators to those whose voices are often marginalized.

VOICES & OPINION

Anne Swann Goodrich’s collection provides a comprehensive window into early 20th century Beijing folk religion.

‘Suicided’ Squad: How China’s Netizens Speak Out

The passive tense might seem an unlikely verbal vehicle for satire, but that’s not stopping Chinese netizens from trying to take the wheel.

How a Bunch of Americans Preserved a Dying Chinese Tradition

The art of shadow puppetry spent much of the 20th century in decline in China, but over in the US, it managed to live on.

The Subversive Power of Chinese Internet Slang

On web forums, comment boards, and WeMedia, youngsters are playfully challenging social and political linguistic taboos.

How Peasant Paintings Capture a Changing China

For nearly 70 years, state-sanctioned amateur artists have been depicting the country’s social, political, and economic transformation.