Beautiful Mind Games

Author: Li Mingyue
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Publish Date: 2004-11-01
Features: This is a unique picture book, primarily composed of comics, with each illustration accompanied by poetic text. The author once said about this picture book: "When the years allowed me to perceive everything, when my bright heart finally wiped away the desires and greed of the world, I returned to my original essence, meticulously crafting a golden pasture in my heart—peace, nature, and tolerance." Yes, it is a golden pasture, where colorful flowers are scattered everywhere, and dewdrop-like crystalline verses fill every page, bringing a refreshing and sweet experience to the reader. Starting from the heart, the author shares her hidden discoveries and beautiful thoughts with the world, attempting to connect people and soothe their souls. These poems and paintings repeatedly speak of human happiness, tranquility, and joy. The author is dedicated to praising beautiful things, even imagining herself as part of them. She says: "I imagine myself as part of the beautiful things, shining with a secret halo, healthy, gentle, affectionate, sensitive—essentially, all dazzling. Like a white sailboat slowly sailing under the moonlight, the long-haired woman in red standing at the bow, who lets the people on the shore feel all kinds of beauty. While I am experiencing these wonderful people and things, voices praising me also come from the wind." This is the author's broad and serene heart, as well as her beautiful and deep emotions. The greatest feature of this book lies in the themes chosen from a woman's most sensitive heart, where every page presents astonishingly unique discoveries, depicted vividly and profoundly, both distinctive and clear. The author is truly imaginative, her extraordinary creativity and bold artistic style leaving one speechless yet compelled to applaud in admiration. What deserves special praise is the compassion scattered throughout the book, which gives these illustrations an extraordinary depth. The author handles the subject with ease, displaying a masterful touch. Coupled with the simple yet poetic text, it truly adds the finishing touch, making one reluctant to close the book.