Leaving China does not necessarily mean leaving behind the habits of thought formed there. Inspired by The Truman Show, Fang Tianliang explores five questions about freedom of expression, childhood political oaths, historical responsibility, the distinction between China and the Chinese Communist Party, and the courage to think independently.

On January 23, 2001, a self-immolation incident in Tiananmen Square shocked China. CCTV's coverage profoundly influenced public attitudes toward Falun Gong. Fang Tianliang examines 21 questions about the footage, the participants and the deaths of Liu Chunling and Liu Siying, exploring how one televised tragedy contributed to a far-reaching campaign of fear, hostility and public condemnation.

Why does Charles Bridge stand crowded with saints and martyrs? Some were once condemned as criminals, imprisoned, or killed by those in power. Centuries later, Falun Gong practitioners facing persecution walked across the same bridge. What connects their stories? This book explores faith, science, persecution, media, and conscience—and asks a deeper question: Is my judgment truly my own?

A chance encounter in London’s Regent’s Park brings together a group of ordinary people who know little about Falun Dafa. They begin learning the five exercises, reading Zhuan Falun, joining online study discussions, and discovering cultivation experiences shared by practitioners around the world. Some first notice better sleep, more energy and a calmer mood. Others struggle with the pain of meditation and standing exercises, questions about karma, the Celestial Eye and othe