In the mid 1990s, Tom Bissell taught English as a volunteer in Uzbekistan.
20世纪90年代中期，汤姆·比塞尔在乌兹别克斯担任志愿者，教授英语。
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Mr Bissell skillfully organizes historical insights and cultural references, making his tale a well-rounded picture of Uzbekistan, seen from Western eyes.