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“but it seemed to me that there was something fundamentally wrong with a country where citizens asked to buy your underwear”

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Book:Riding the Iron Rooster: By Train Through China

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Riding the Iron Rooster: By Train Through China

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Paul Theroux, born on April 10, 1941, is a renowned film writer from the United States. Theroux is known for his distinctive style of storytelling, which often delves into profound life philosophies and social issues. more

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