A. N. Shepperd
A. N. Shepperd
It all started while working in Shanghai; the trip ignited my passion for China, which, over time, became my first book, Lost and Found in China. It wasn’t just a passion for China that I unearthed, I discovered that I love writing. Over the next few years I’ll be devoting more of my time to this passion and you can follow my journey here at A.N.Shepperd.com.
Lost and Found in China
This is my story of a single trip that became the adventure of a lifetime
my dear friend andrew shepperd… recently ventured on a series of journeys across china… were few have visited and written about before… As a natural storyteller, always poised to share both his intellect and wit… his autobiographical book… will surely become an insightful chapter in the legacy he is building, and an enjoyable read for his readers and for future generations.
From the Blog by A.N. Shepperd
Spiritual Symbolism and Chinese Zodiac Animals
One interesting aspect of Chinese culture is the alternative zodiac used in China. This is characterised by a set of 12 animals that follow this order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. There is a 12-year cycle commencing with the start of the lunar new year in January or February each year. So, if...