literature

An exhibition of rare books, documents and currency, excavated in Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, is now on display at the National Library of China. The Biography of Xuanzang in Uygur Script. [China Daily] With its 320 items drawn from 22 institutes, it is reportedly the first ...
Xiaobai's new book is a dramatic novel in praise of Shanghai's concessions, dripping with historical details and vivid descriptions. Author Xiaobai's latest novel, Concessions, has been hailed by critics and is written in the tradition of Honore de Balzac. [China Daily] Shanghai ...
U.S. bookstore giant Borders Group Inc., filed for bankruptcy on Wednesday as its sales plunged in the face of competition from online bookstores, the company said in a statement. The number-two U.S. bookstore chain will close about 30 percent of underperforming stores in the ...
Turkey's only winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature Orhan Pamuk has been translated into 58 languages. Yet he feels that the western literary world is " constantly trying to provincialize" his work. Pamuk, best known for his widely translated works such as "My Name is Red", ...
A Dutch sportswoman-turned journalist has recently launched a book with an aim at helping drive away unreasonable worries about China's development. Titled "1000 Days in China," the book by Bettine Vriesekoop narrates her experiences as a foreign journalist working in China, and ...
"It was an impish concoction, and things were bound to get fervid once hydroxy-alpha-sanshool and capsaicin hooked up." That's how the opening line of the inaugural edition of MaLa, Chengdu's English-language literary-arts magazine, sets the tone, almost daring the reader to ...
Blue of China is Europe's only publishing house dedicated solely to Chinese books. French publisher Genevieve Imbot-Bichet frequently visits China to track the latest trends. [China Daily] Genevieve Imbot-Bichet's connection to China is readily apparent in her cheongsam-collared ...
Chinese and French writers shared views on their writing and understanding of the two cultures at a Beijing forum on Jan 21 and 22. French writer Marie Nimier. [China Daily] The event was organized by the French Embassy, the Chinese Writers' Association (CWA) and the French ...
A cover of Rayli magazine. [China.org.cn] China Periodicals Association and Viva Mobile Media have jointly announced the 2010 Chart of Chinese Mobile Phone Magazine, the first of its kind. According to statistics provided by the two organizations, the most popular mobile phone ...
Australian illustrator Shaun Tan has won a prestigious award for children's literature, local media reported on Wednesday. Tan, who has illustrated more than 20 books, including The Rabbits (1998), The Red Tree (2001), The Arrival (2006) and Tales from Outer Suburbia (2008), has ...
Huang Shan mechanically switches on a palm-size gadget as the subway train's door shuts. Ghost Fighter, Chapter Two. Another 40-minute journey to work, and a horror story is the best way to kill time. "The electronic book is my favorite travel companion," said Huang, 27, an ...
In his first response to a recent copyright dispute, Robin Li, chairman and CEO of Baidu, Monday said the company is stepping up anti-piracy efforts and hopes to work out a mutually beneficial business model to settle the dispute. China's most popular search engine was accused of ...
A collector's edition book produced by the Shanxi province-based Fenjiu Wine Group about China's liquor culture was unveiled to the public at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse on Jan 21. The Selection of Poems, Calligraphy, Paintings and Prose on Xinghua Village showcases the ...
In the West, many say 'War and Peace' by Leo Tolstoy is the greatest novel ever written. The masterpiece The cover of the book [Photo: Douban.com] deserves wide acclaim for brilliant story-telling that depicts a Russian aristocratic family in the midst of a crisis. The narrative ...
Paperback: 186 pages Publisher: Foreign Languages Press; 1st edition (2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 7119064320 ISBN-13: 978-7119064321 Purchase the book The I-Pod you Listen to was made in Kunshan; if you have a Cornpaq, Acer, Dell,Toshiba, HP or MSI aptop it was manufactured ...
Paperback: 160 pages Publisher: Foreign Languages Press; 1ST edition (2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 7119064347 ISBN-13: 978-7119064345 Purchase the book What makes Nanjing and its Qinhuai River district so unique from great cities of China is that it really is a complete ...
Frankfurt-based nonprofit Litprom has awarded contemporary Chinese poet Yu Jian's anthology "File Zero" first prize in its tenth annual World Receiver literature competition. The German competition, also known as the Weltempf nger, selects the best German-translated literature ...
Several Chinese writers on Sunday rejected an offer by China's most popular search engine, Baidu.com, in their ongoing dispute about alleged copyright infringements. The writers instead called for a new round of talks on the issue. The website, which has been under huge pressure ...
Wan Wan talks lifestyle and picture books in Beijing. Photo: Lin Kan Hsuang Quite a few Asians pursue a steady life with a steady income. Yet, the Taiwanese author of picture books Wan Wan, overthrows the concept in her new picture book Can We Just Give Up A Lifelong Secure Job? ...
An expat family checks out the "edible books" on display. Photo: Cai Xianmin The 2011 Shanghai International Literary Festival is not only satisfying people's intellectual appetites but also their gastronomical ones. At 9:30 am M on the Bund, one of the city's premiere restaurant...
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Chinese celebrate Dragon Boat Festival
Chinese celebrate Dragon Boat Festival
Participants row their boats during a dragon boat race to celebrate ...
Han Dynastic Diplomacy
Han Dynastic Diplomacy
During the reign of the Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty (156 BC–87 BC), ...
Chinese Tamales
Chinese Tamales
Zongzi (or zhongzi) are traditionally eaten during Dragon Boat ...
Silk Flowers
Silk Flowers
These are artificial flowers made of fine woven silk in exact ...
For 1st time since 1650, torn painting is complete
For 1st time since 1650, torn painting is complete
The full pictureOne of China's best-known ancient paintings, the ...
Exhibition showcases classic Chinese art
Exhibition showcases classic Chinese art
A staff member at the National Library shows the process of repairing ...
Carry on the back and travel sharp An qing of China
Carry on the back and travel sharp  An   qing of China
Introduce Yuexi at the southwest corner of county town, tower Gao ...
The mountain travels in the courtyart An qing of China
The mountain travels in the courtyart  An   qing of China
Introduce The mountain lies within the territory of southwest Dabie ...
The west wind-tunnel travels An qing of China
The west wind-tunnel travels  An   qing of China
Introduce The west scenic spot of wind-tunnel is that China spent the ...