[US] Behruz Frozan / Mechanical Industry Press /August 1, 2015
Author: Lu Qian
"Interesting Reading of Su Dongpo" is a biography of Su Shi designed for children. It shows the life and creation of this cultural giant in a vivid and interesting way. The book is divided into three chapters, with the themes of Su Shi's circle of friends, life trajectory and poetry. In the chapter "Close Friends Circle", children will learn about Su Shi's interactions and friendships with historical celebrities such as Ouyang Xiu, Wang Anshi, Sima Guang, and Su Zhe. This book not only helps children gain a deeper understanding of Su Shi's legendary life and outstanding achievements, but also inspires their interest and love for traditional culture. By reading "Interesting Reading of Su Dongpo", children can appreciate the profoundness of Chinese culture in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and improve their cultural literacy and aesthetic ability.
Author: (Poland) Czeslaw Milosz
"Europe's Homeland" is a famous autobiographical prose work by Nobel Prize winner Milosz, and it is also a vivid research report depicting Eastern Europe. In the book, Milosz affectionately expounds on his cultural roots, and he insists that "my roots are in the East, that's for sure." Although the process of explaining his identity is difficult and even painful, he still insists on exploring and expressing. This work not only reveals Milosz's personal mental journey, but also deeply reflects the complex face of Eastern European society. Milosz combines personal experience with a broad historical background with sociological thinking, showing a unique and rich cultural vision. By reading "Europe's Homeland", readers can have a deeper understanding of Milosz's creative ideas and humanistic care, and at the same time can also feel the author's deep attachment to his homeland and his firm pursuit of cultural identity.
Author: Yu Hua
"Yu Hua's Works: Brothers" is a novel about the fate of characters at the intersection of two eras. The book vividly depicts the spiritual fanaticism, instinctive repression and tragic fate of the Cultural Revolution, as well as the social changes and ups and downs of human nature in the new era, showing two completely different but closely connected eras. It mainly revolves around the life trajectories of the two brothers, revealing their growth, struggles and changes under different historical backgrounds. Yu Hua, with his unique writing style, deeply analyzes the complexity and contradictions of human nature, allowing readers to think about the meaning and value of life while feeling the vicissitudes of history. This work is not only a review and reflection of the two eras, but also a profound excavation of human nature and destiny. It is worth reading. Through this book, we can have a more comprehensive understanding of the relationship between history and human nature, and how to find our own position in the changing times.
Author: [US] Jared Diamond
Written by Jared Diamond, Guns, Germs, and Steel explores the factors behind the fate of human society. The book mainly analyzes why the distribution of wealth and power in modern society is what it is today, and why it was Europeans and Asians who crossed the ocean to conquer, rather than the indigenous people of America and Africa. Through a comprehensive study of the history, geography, biology, and culture of different ethnic groups, the book reveals the root causes of the imbalance in the development of human society. Diamond believes that this difference is largely due to factors such as the natural environment, resource distribution, and speed of technological progress in various regions. These factors work together to lead to differentiated performance in different regions in the process of social development. This book provides us with a new perspective to understand human history and social phenomena, and has important implications for thinking about the future direction of human society.
Author: [British] Xie Ziyan, [British] Danielle Kroll
"Creative Playing with Patterns" is a handmade game book full of creativity and fun, co-authored by Xie Ziyan and Danielle Kroll from the UK. Through unique cutting and pasting activities, this book helps children recognize and understand the patterns of various animals, while exploring in-depth scientific knowledge related to animals. The 19 exquisite patterned papers and more than 40 decorative stickers included in the book inspire children's imagination and creativity, allowing them to learn in games and experience the fun of handicrafts. This book is not only suitable for children to read and operate independently, but also an ideal choice for parents and teachers to conduct parent-child interaction and classroom education. Through "Creative Playing with Patterns", children can improve their hands-on ability, broaden their horizons, and increase their knowledge in a relaxed and happy atmosphere.