Worlds Between the Covers: Book Fair
Organized by Ulink library in collaboration with Book Win, Book Fair was held at Ulink from 26th until 28th of November. It featured a diverse collection of books, including novels, encyclopedias, and entertaining reads from both Chinese and International authors, offering a meaningful literary experience to all participants.
During the fair, students and teachers actively participated, exploring the collection and enjoying the joy of reading. The library team, along with the Book Fair staff, provided detailed book introductions and reading recommendations to help attendees find their perfect match.
A highlight of the event was the lecture on November 28 by writer Sheng Jie, titled “Tang Sanzang’s Journey to the West—The Silk Road Traveled by Tang Sanzang.” Her vivid storytelling brought Tang Sanzang’s extraordinary journey and his contributions to Buddhist scripture translation and cultural exchange to life, leaving the audience with a deeper understanding of history and culture.
Monthly Book Recommendation
Title : 《 Educated: A Memoir 》
Author : Tara Westover
In this memoir, the author Tara Westover shares her journey of growing up in an isolated family and transforming her life through self-education, ultimately earning a place at Cambridge University, showing the power of education to change one’s destiny.
Title : 《How to Avoid a Climate Disaster: The Solutions We Have and the Breakthroughs We Need》
Author: Bill Gates
The author examines the threat of climate change, outlines existing solutions and key breakthroughs, and offers a practical roadmap to achieve net-zero emissions, urging global action to prevent an environmental crisis.
Monthly Magazine Recommendations
《National Geographic》
November Issue
Artificial Intelligence
How a technological revolution is fueling a new age of discovery？
《History Today》
November Issue
Fear, Friendship and the Channel Tunnel
November 2024 marks the 30th anniversary of the first passenger trains between London and Paris. What does the history of the Channel Tunnel tell us about Britain’s relationship with its neighbours?
《WIRED》
November/ December Issue
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