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Coles Off the Wall - China’s Customs, Curiosities & Surprising Oddities at Bayshore Shopping Centre in Ottawa, ON
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After eleven years teaching in China, David Ball found himself immersed in a nation of ancient rituals, modern chaos, and unforgettable contradictions — where the bizarre is normal, tradition still has teeth, and everyday life can turn into an adventure without warning.
In Off the Wall , Ball serves up a sharp, funny, and eye-opening look at life in China, from ghost marriages and lucky charms to social etiquette, festival frenzy, and the hidden logic behind a culture that often leaves outsiders scratching their heads. Written with wit, warmth, and a healthy dose of astonishment, this is a memoir for curious travelers, armchair explorers, and anyone who loves stories that reveal how strange — and how deeply human — the world can be.
If you've ever wanted to step beyond the tourist trail and into the real China, this is your invitation.
After eleven years teaching in China, David Ball found himself immersed in a nation of ancient rituals, modern chaos, and unforgettable contradictions — where the bizarre is normal, tradition still has teeth, and everyday life can turn into an adventure without warning.
In Off the Wall , Ball serves up a sharp, funny, and eye-opening look at life in China, from ghost marriages and lucky charms to social etiquette, festival frenzy, and the hidden logic behind a culture that often leaves outsiders scratching their heads. Written with wit, warmth, and a healthy dose of astonishment, this is a memoir for curious travelers, armchair explorers, and anyone who loves stories that reveal how strange — and how deeply human — the world can be.
If you've ever wanted to step beyond the tourist trail and into the real China, this is your invitation.
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