Zhu Family - Talking about Beijing

Author: Zhu Jiaqi
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Publishing Date: 2005-03-01
Features: Today's Beijing has evolved from its historical roots. As we rejoice over the ever-changing new Beijing, we often turn back, longing for the old days of Beijing. Yes, the yesterday of Beijing, the old Beijing, is something we should never forget. It holds our long history, profound traditions, and endless sentiments. As we welcome the 2008 Olympic Games, Beijing is opening its arms to embrace the world. In this historical context, the old Beijing is even more closely watched by both Chinese people and international friends.
The "Beijing Compendium" series consists of nine books: Lao She Talks About Beijing, Jin Shoushen Talks About Beijing, Zhang Zhongxing Talks About Beijing, Hou Renzhi Talks About Beijing, Zhu Jiaqi Talks About Beijing, Liu Yeqiu Talks About Beijing, Deng Yunxiang Talks About Beijing, Zhao Luo Talks About Beijing, and Ye Zufu Talks About Beijing. The nine authors, from Lao She to Ye Zufu, are all renowned experts in the study of Beijing, outstanding scholars with deep knowledge in both literature and history. As "insiders," they narrate the history and geography of Beijing, describe its customs and culture, and record its folk traditions, all of which hold immense historical and cultural value.