I Was Sold in China: Uncovering the Dark Realities of China
- ISBN-10
- 1072787210
- ISBN-13
- 9781072787211
- Pages
- 306
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2019-09-10
- Author
- Gemma Dunn
Description
Sometimes the dream of travelling to foreign climes can turn into something much more akin to a living nightmare. When undertaking any experience in a foreign country, sometimes no amount of research can quite prepare you for the harsh reality of cultures alien to your own. You need to learn quickly, think on your feet and be prepared for the worst to happen. Because it so very easily can. Teaching English as a Foreign Language in another country, even when using a renowned and apparently reputable English company to arrange your placement, can turn into a dangerous affair. When the promised job turned out not to exist, illegal working visas were issued, strangers picked her up from the airport, her passport was confiscated, she was abused by locals, escaped an attempted mugging, assaults and potentially fatal car accidents were witnessed, Gemma realised she had to fight for herself to ensure her own safety and wellbeing...and eventually, with police and immigration hot on her heels, her safe exit out of China. Through no fault of her own, she was in danger. What should have been a positive experience in her life, became the very darkest of times.
