Fudan Memories

Author: Wu Zhongjie
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: People often say that literature is the barometer of the times, but in fact, the ups and downs in the field of education are no less dramatic than in the literary world. In the humanities at universities, especially in Chinese departments, the storms from both worlds converge, creating an even greater impact. The author, who has spent more than half a century at Fudan University, studied and taught in the Chinese Department, and long remained at the forefront of political movements. He once became a key target for criticism across the department, the entire university, and the city. He has a uniquely profound understanding of the political storms of that era based on his personal experiences. Drawing on his life journey, he truthfully records the era's waves and the life experiences of intellectuals in Fudan's campus during the second half of the 20th century. This book does not start from predetermined conclusions, breaks away from popular narrative frameworks, and directly confronts the truth, striving to depict things in their original form. At the same time, it transcends personal grievances and examines issues from a historical perspective, allowing readers to engage in deeper reflection when narrating specific people and events.