The face of China : $b Travels in east, north, central and western China

"The Face of China: Travels in East, North, Central and Western China" by E.G. Kemp is a recounting of the author's adventures through China during a period of change, sharing both its beauty and complex culture. She begins with a vivid description of arriving in a typhoon-affected Hong Kong, highlighting its dynamic transformation into a lively port and then compares that to the traditional atmosphere of Shanghai. Kemp’s storytelling allows readers to explore the streets, markets, and societal interactions of the time, revealing the challenges of modernization and cultural exchange in the country.