Narrate the city

Author: Yang Ke
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Publishing Date: 2002-10-01
Features: If an alien were captured, a Beijing person would study it, a Shanghai person would put it on display, and a Guangzhou person would—boil it in soup. Poet Yang Ke's observations of Guangzhou are remarkably meticulous. He starts with the "food" aspect of "food is the top priority for the people," covering Guangzhou people's clothing, housing, transportation, entertainment, and leisure, reflecting from one angle the lifestyle and values of Guangzhou people. His descriptions of "unconventional couples" and "cultural newcomers" not only allow readers to feel the rich cultural flavor of Guangzhou but also marvel at the poet's unique charm and deep literary.