Larry Herzberg studied Chinese for five years at Vanderbilt University before doing his Master's and Ph.D. work in Chinese Language and Literature at Indiana University. In 1980 he founded the Chinese Language Program at Albion College and then did the same at Calvin College in 1984. For the past three decades he has taught the Chinese language at the college level.
“Because different cultures see a particular animal as representing a certain human virtue or vice, the use of animal imagery also allows for more colorful commentary on the human condition.”
“Contentment can only be found in not envying others or comparing yourself to them but in being satisfied with what you have.”
“When given the chance to see China off the beaten track, definitely take it.”
“Don’t take everything for granted, and do not always count on finding everything you need.”