The Dragon and the Eagle: China and America: Growing Together, Worlds Apart (English and Mandarin Chinese Edition)

From the opening pages, Denis Waitley engages readers in the contrast between the Dragon (the East) and the Eagle (the West). You will be caught up in the dialogue and exchanges between these two cultures and world. Subtitled, "Growing Together, Worlds Apart," you will quickly see the book is more than a gentle fable but a current and relevant commentary on culture and our world. For example in the chapter, "Character counts," the Dragon says, "Longevity is designed to produce character. Character is what matters, and character cannot be counterfeited." (page 57) While I've read and reviewed many books, I've never seen a book in both Mandarin Chinese and English. The beauty of the design and pages make this book a "must have" title. While I enjoyed reading the Eagle's words, the Dragon's messages often struck me as profound wisdom and I reached for my highlighter. Here's a second example from the latter part of the book (page 215) when the Dragon says, "There are dangers in thinking of yourself as an expert--especially the danger of losing your sense of wonder. Instead of being driven by curiosity, like a child, you become driven to defend what you've previously embraced, believed or developed. Reciting safe answers now, you stop saying the liberating words, 'I don't know.' Leaders who continue learning throughout their lives never forget they always have more to learn. Although their knowledge and experience may have made them teachers, they continue to think of themselves as students." I hope you can see the truth in these words. I highly recommend THE DRAGON AND THE EAGLE. This book is destined to be a classic and something that should be read and re-read at least every year.

A great overview of the chinese way of thinking. An eye opening book. Denis Waitley is absolutely right when he says "Human capital will determine who dominates that global marketplace".

The Dragon is awakening. We notice everyday that China has a stronger and stronger presence in our lives. The more we know and understand this culture, the better interaction we will have with the Chinese people as we "grow together". This book was a wonderful read. The story was presented as a dialogue between the Chinese Dragon and the American Eagle. The unique writing format left no question as to who was speaking and also allowed for quick reading so as not to miss any of the ideas or philosophies presented by either icon. Facts presented on China's history, culture, and it's path into the future were enlightening. The conversation flowed and I felt that I was actually a part of it. I was very pleased to read that Mr. Waitley plans on continuing to enlighten curious readers with more books in this ongoing series. My thanks to Mr. Waitley and to all who contributed in the writing of this book.

If you're like me, and probably most "Eagles" (a.k.a. Americans), you don't have the time or inclination to spend years studying up on the Chinese and what makes their culture "tick". This book is like a "for dummies" book. It gives you an easy overview of the differences between our cultures and how we can learn from those differences. Frankly, it whet my appetite for more information. I really enjoyed knowing that this wasn't just a book for Americans. It's written simultaneously in Chinese, so these words of wisdom can be shared with that culture as well. This book is excellent for someone thinking of expanding their business in China or wanting to understand the Chinese culture better!

Since the opening ceremony of the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, I have become increasingly intrigued with the Chinese culture. This book is an enlightening look at the differences and similarities of the U.S. and China from a philisophical, social, and economic perspective. Plus, having the Chinese language right there on the opposite page made me feel that this book could provide insight to both cultures on the other. A great read!