Author Polly Evans entertains readers with a humorous look at
Chinese culture in her recently released third book, Fried Eggs
with Chopsticks (Around China by Any Means Possible). The book chronicles her adventures as she attempts to explore
China by only using public transportation to get around. Some reviews find it favorable, calling the book a witty,
lighthearted read. This Taipei Times
review is not as positive, but leaves it up to readers to decide if Evans’ humor matches their own. I think it’s worth
a try — start with this excerpt and see what you
think. Or try one of her first two books, about pedaling through Spain or motorbiking around New Zealand. Her yet-to-be
released fourth book will be about riding horses in Argentina. She’s also preparing to head to the Yukon in Canada next
year, I wonder what interesting mode of transport she’ll use for the journey. We’ll have to wait for the book to find
out.