Yilin Publishing House in 2019 tells the extraordinary life story of "Dunhuang's daughter" Fan Jinshi in the form of a biography, depicts the image of the Dunhuang guardian who forges ahead, and promotes the The dazzling and profound artistic charm of Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes. As a gift for the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the book has attracted much attention and praise from all walks of life since its publication. It has been publicized and reported by many mainstream media such as People's Daily, Guangming Daily and China Central Radio and Television. CCTV's The "Reading" column specially produced two programs to introduce it, and won more than 20 important book awards such as "Chinese Good Books" and "Spiritual Civilization Construction'Five One Project' Outstanding Work Award". of contemporary classics. "My heart is in Dunhuang" has become a very inspiring voice of the times.
So far, "My Heart Is Home in Dunhuang" has published more than 600,000 copies, achieving "double effects in one" of social and economic benefits, and has great overseas communication value. Recently, the English version of the book Daughter of Dunhuang: A Memoir of a Mogao Grottoes Researcher was unveiled in San Francisco, USA as the first non-Chinese language version, allowing Dunhuang culture and Mogao spirit to shine once again in the exchange and mutual learning of world civilizations. In addition, Yilin Publishing House has exported the copyright of the book in five languages: Russian, Hindi, Turkish, Kazakh and Traditional Chinese.
On the afternoon of August 26, local time, the English version of the new book launch conference of "My Heart Is Dunhuang" co-sponsored by Changhe Publishing House and Yilin Publishing House was held at the San Francisco State University Library. Consul General Zhang Jianmin of the Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco, author of the book Professor Gu Chunfang of Peking University, President Luo Xianyong of Changhe Press, and Deputy Editor-in-Chief Chen Ye of Yilin Press attended the event. Ms. Fan Jinshi, the protagonist of this book, participated in this press conference through a video speech.
Consul General Zhang Jianmin first delivered a speech, speaking highly of the value of Mogao Grottoes protection and Fan Jinshi’s contribution, and pointed out the importance of exchanges between cultures and civilizations. He said: "As an important city on the Silk Road, Dunhuang is a transit point connecting the Eastern and Western worlds, where various civilizations gather, collide, and blend. The rise and fall of Dunhuang reflects a simple truth: a city, a country, and a civilization The more open and inclusive we are, the easier it will be to prosper and develop; the more insular and self-contained we will be, the more we will die. Equal dialogue and mutual learning among civilizations are essential," he said on the publication of the English version of "My Heart Is in Dunhuang." He expressed warm congratulations and recognized the value of this book in overseas dissemination, calling it "another vivid example of cultural exchanges and mutual learning between China and the United States."
Ms. Fan Jinshi delivered a speech via video. She said: “I have stayed in Dunhuang for more than 60 years and have witnessed the great changes in the Mogao Grottoes. I have witnessed the dedication without regrets of generations of Mogao Grottoes people, and I have witnessed people from the United States, Britain, and Cultural relics protection experts from Australia, Japan and other countries, together with the cultural relics protection team of the Dunhuang Academy, conduct cultural relics disease analysis, research, experiments, and restoration, and work together to scientifically protect the cultural relics of the Mogao Grottoes. I feel that I have an obligation to protect the people of the Mogao Grottoes. The spirit of telling the world, leaving it to future generations, and leaving a history for Dunhuang is my original intention in writing this autobiography. "Dunhuang daughter Fan Jinshi and generations of Mogao Grottoes people "stick to the desert, be willing to contribute, be brave in taking responsibility, and pioneer and innovate." The high spirit is the light of the times that illuminates people's hearts and the Chinese story that touches the world.
Professor Gu Chunfang, the author of this book, came to the English version of the new book launch event and cordially communicated with American readers about the creation process of this book and the touching stories in the writing process. She said in her speech: "Writing "My Heart Is in Dunhuang" was a process of exploring the beauty of life. Because of this book, I got closer to Fan Jinshi and a unique cultural treasure - Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes. I met a group of lovely Mogao Grottoes. This was a very precious time in my life."Professor Gu Chunfang created this biography in the form of Fan Jinshi's autobiography in order to realize the "presence and expression" of a noble soul through words, making the image of the Dunhuang guardian represented by Fan Jinshi and the historical and cultural value of Dunhuang almost Professor Gu Chunfang hopes that the English version of this book will continue to “promote international cultural exchanges and contribute to the peaceful coexistence, exchange, integration, and civilization of multiculturalism in today’s world.” Mutual learning plays a positive role."
Deputy Editor-in-Chief Chen Ye of Yilin Publishing House shared her experience in participating in the planning and editing of the Chinese version of this book. She was gratified by the great response the Chinese version of the book has received and the publication of the English version. But he felt even more responsible and missionary, saying, "I share the same goals and cultural sentiments with the two authors, and will protect and inherit China's precious Dunhuang culture and splendid traditional civilization, tell Chinese stories well, and spread the voice of China." ”.
The new book launch in San Francisco attracted well-known scholars, college students and Dunhuang culture enthusiasts from many universities and art institutions in the United States. Professor Gu Chunfang had a lively interaction with readers and friends and signed autographs for everyone. Book donation.
It is understood that Changhe Publishing House, which publishes the English version of "My Heart Is in Dunhuang", is a local publishing company registered in California, USA. It mainly produces English-based books on Chinese philosophy, history, economics, literature and other subjects. Published. In recent years, a number of influential English publications have been published, such as "Theoretical Hot Spots Face to Face", "Comrade Lei Feng", "Chinese Crafts", and "Thirty-Six Strategies of Ancient China". According to the president, Mr. Luo Xianyong, this book has just been published. As soon as it was published, more than 2,000 copies have been sold.
Chris Robin, the executive editor in charge of the book, said that the translation and publication of "My Heart Is Home in Dunhuang" is the book that the publisher has invested the most in recent years. The translation of this book is extremely difficult, and American translator Bruce Humes spent more than two years carefully polishing it to faithfully present the style and value of the original work. Neville, the author of the foreword to the English version and a project expert at the Getty Conservation Institute in the United States. ·Agennew commented: "Fan Jinshi is a figure famous for defending her beloved Mogao Grottoes. She reveals the hardships she experienced and the efforts she made. Even today, her spirit and enthusiasm still shine Hui. Her radiant qualities are on full display in this highly readable translation. Sharon Sullivan, former executive director of the Australian Heritage Council and member of the World Heritage Committee, said: “For those interested in world cultural heritage protection, this book provides all the essence of a master-level course. "Mr. Wei Tuo, Emeritus Professor of Chinese and East Asian Art at the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, said: "The growing demand for visits to Dunhuang must be regarded as Fan Jinshi's lifelong achievement. "
In recent years, Chinese publishing houses have worked hard to strengthen international communication capabilities, comprehensively improve international communication efficiency, and carefully create high-quality products that demonstrate Chinese cultural confidence, promote Chinese traditional virtues, and have international influence. "My Heart Is in Dunhuang" is This is one example. The publication of the English version of "My Heart Is in Dunhuang" will spread this touching Chinese story to a broad audience in the English-speaking world, which will also lead to the spread of more Chinese stories around the world and promote the development of Chinese culture. Exchanges and mutual learning among world civilizations play a positive role
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