Lost in Place: Growing Up Absurd in Suburbia

Set against the backdrop of the 1970s, this memoir captures the humorous and poignant journey of a teenager straddling two cultures—growing up in Connecticut while yearning for a life in China as a Zen monk. The author reflects on his adolescent experiences influenced by iconic figures like Bruce Lee and Ozzy Osbourne, all while navigating the challenges of youth and the quest for enlightenment before mastering everyday skills like driving.