Special thanks to:
Harper and Collins Publishers, Inc. for permission to quote from Shantung Compound, by Langdon Gilkey (copyright 1966) and to use sketches contained therein.
Word, Incorporated for permission to quote words from the hymn, "Back Of The Clouds" by Carolyn Freeman.
Dr. David Michell and the Chefoo Schools Association for permission to use the map of Weihsien Compound.
James Woody, artist, for cover design.