In 1872, China-ravaged by poverty, population growth, and aggressive European armies-sent 120 boys to America to learn the secrets of Western innovation. They studied at New England's finest schools and were driven by a desire for progress and reform. When anti-Chinese fervor forced them back home, the young men had to overcome a suspicious imperial court and a country deeply resistant to change in technology and culture. Fortunate Sons tells a remarkable story, weaving together the dramas of personal lives with the fascinating tale of a nation's endeavor to become a world power.

About the Author
Liel Leibovitz is host of Tablet's daily Talmud podcast Take One and cohost of the Unorthodox podcast. Author of A Broken Hallelujah and Stan Lee and coauthor of The Newish Jewish Encyclopedia, he lives in New York City. Matthew Milleris the co-author of Lili Marlene: The Soldiers' Song of World War II. He lives in New York.

Reviews
"A useful reminder of how long exchanges between our two countries have been under way, and of the risks and rewards that these connections have brought to both sides." -- Deborah Fallows - New York Times
"Highly readable." -- William Wong - San Francisco Chronicle
"A fascinating and well-told history." -- Peter Hessler, author of Country Driving
"Thoroughly enjoyable...an outstanding tale of cross-cultural fertilization." -- Booklist



Book Information
ISBN 9780393342307
Author Liel Leibovitz
Format Paperback
Page Count 338
Imprint WW Norton & Co
Publisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 420g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 142mm * 20mm