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Travels and Revelations

23 Essays by Zhang Chengzhi

Translated by Diana Yue
A collection of personal and reflective essays that mark the first English translation of author Zhang Chengzhi’s work.

This is an English translation of twenty-three essays written by the Chinese author Zhang Chengzhi, spanning over twenty years. The collection of prose covers Zhang’s memories when living in Inner Mongolia, his perception of the Western part of China, his views on several figures, and events in modern Chinese history and contemporary China.

250 pages | 6 x 9 | © 2026

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Reviews

"This fine collection of essays by Zhang Chengzhi brings to the English reader not only keen observations of Muslim culture in China, but also soul-searching reflections on universal themes of humanity: family and friendship, faith and sacrifice, the sorrows of separation, and the gulf between the self and the other."

Thomas Hun-tak Lee, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

"This collection marks the first English translation of Zhang Chengzhi’s essays, featuring 23 thoughtfully selected pieces that are both unique and representative. It captures Zhang's personal experiences and profound reflections on life and culture. Known for its emotional depth, intellectual rigor and distinctive voice, Zhang’s writing prompts readers to reconsider their own beliefs and experiences."

Geng Song, The University of Hong Kong

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