Ethan Gutmann

Ethan Gutmann is an investigative writer and journalist known for his research and reporting on human rights issues in China, particularly organ harvesting from prisoners of conscience. His most prominent works include "The Slaughter: Mass Killings, Organ Harvesting, and China's Secret Solution to Its Dissident Problem" (2014) and "Losing the New China: A Story of American Commerce, Desire, and Betrayal" (2004). These books have been translated into multiple languages and cited in various governmental and policy discussions. Gutmann's research has focused extensively on forced organ harvesting practices in China, specifically concerning Falun Gong practitioners and other minority groups. His findings and testimony have been presented before the United States Congress, European Parliament, and United Nations. As an adjunct fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and former contributing writer to various publications including The Asian Wall Street Journal and National Review, Gutmann continues to investigate and report on human rights violations and medical ethics issues in China.

Readers describe Gutmann as a thorough investigative reporter who brings difficult human rights issues in China to light. His books "The Slaughter" and "Losing the New China" receive consistent 4.5/5 star ratings on Amazon and Goodreads. Positive reviews highlight: - Detailed research and documentation - First-hand accounts from witnesses and survivors - Clear explanation of complex Chinese political dynamics - Bringing organ harvesting practices to public attention Critical reviews note: - Dense writing style can be hard to follow - Some assertions rely on circumstantial evidence - Content is emotionally difficult to read The Slaughter: Amazon: 4.7/5 (89 reviews) Goodreads: 4.3/5 (96 reviews) Losing the New China: Amazon: 4.4/5 (31 reviews) Goodreads: 4.1/5 (17 reviews) Multiple readers described feeling "haunted" by the content but praised Gutmann's commitment to exposing human rights violations, with one calling his work "necessary but devastating reading."

The Slaughter: Mass Killings, Organ Harvesting, and China's Secret Solution to Its Dissident Problem (2014) An investigation into organ harvesting from political and religious prisoners in China, based on interviews with medical professionals, police, and survivors.

Losing the New China: A Story of American Commerce, Desire, and Betrayal (2004) An examination of American business practices in China during the 1990s and early 2000s, focusing on technology transfer and cultural implications.

Who's Afraid of Falun Gong? (2012) A short work documenting the rise of the Falun Gong spiritual movement and subsequent persecution by Chinese authorities.

The China Nexus: Thirty Years In and Around the Chinese Communist Party's Tyranny (2022) A personal account of investigating human rights issues in China, including organ harvesting, surveillance systems, and political repression.