On the way, on the way of reading

Author: Lin Da
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: This is Lin Da's new book about the customs, culture, history, civilization, and society of the United States and Europe. The author continues his, offering a historical perspective on dozens of famous cities and rural areas, as well as characters and events in the U.S. and Europe. Through light and engaging reading, readers gain a profound understanding of the history and society of Europe and America. Lin Da's writing itself is a journey filled with wonder—knowledge and reflection, wisdom and magnanimity have crafted an observant and discerning eye. Through the author's sharp gaze and tactful pen, stories that unfold in foreign lands reveal insights into cultural history, the turmoil of war, the development of civilization, and social evolution. Guided by the author, the new realm of "reading thousands of books and traveling thousands of miles" gradually unfolds.
The United States is a country with a very short history. In its early days of settlement, the primary goal was simply to quickly establish a foothold, so towns and villages were often built with simplicity, resulting in a persistent lack of towering ancient ruins reminiscent of the East and Europe. However, the more one explores, the more one realizes that the U.S. also has its unique charm. Among its pioneers were a group of thinkers from Europe. The ideas they carried from Europe, when transplanted to the wilderness of North America, shed their ornate embellishments but retained a solid spirit.