For Ann, a fundamental starting point in assessing any life is an understanding, as nearly as possible, of one’s world view and all the forces and experiences which created it. From there, through analysis, that view can be deconstructed and reconstructed with greater knowledge and understanding. And growing up on the schooner Wander Bird provided … More An Excerpt from Chapter One of “Across Oceans and Revolution”

An excerpt from Chapter 7, a compilation of some of the letters Ann wrote to her family while in China during the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution. The photo is of her eventual roommate, a student. Rather unexpectedly, Ann found herself in the People’s Republic of China as an honored guest. Because of her principled stance … More Ann’s Letters Home from the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution

It is clear from Ann’s letters home that it wasn’t long before the luxury of the Friendship Hotel caused her to question her role in the evolving story of China. She lived alone, while her Chinese co-workers lived four or five to a room. Her room had a rug, bedspread and curtains, hot and cold … More Excerpt from Chapter Eight: Writing the Dazibao

The papers have been organized, the interviews transcribed and the first few chapters have been written. Before her death, Ann left instructions that she wanted work on the book to continue. Now we need to raise funds to bring the book to completion. You can now read some excerpts from the book at the new … More Crowdfunding Campaign Details