Tree Full of Books: A Dialogue Between the Andersen Prize Winner and Children

Author: Heima
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: Dedication from world-renowned authors to the International Children's Book Day (1967-2005), speeches by past winners of the Hans Christian Andersen Award (1960-2004). "Books can help you discover what you should call for, why you should fight, with whom to unite, and when to start changing the world," Austrian female writer Christine N?stlinger said. German writer Akim Brog also said that reading can bring joy, "because you can immerse yourself in the stories in the books, and because of books, you are no longer lonely. Because of reading, you not only gain knowledge but also make discoveries. You can always pick up the book and reread it—it’s like having a good friend."
The highest prize in world children's literature—the Hans Christian Andersen Award—is also awarded on April 2nd every two years. On this day, winning authors deliver passionate speeches, and their names quickly spread around the world. Now, our Chinese counterparts have decided to compile the past international children's book dedications and the speeches of the award winners into this book. It is a special book in children's literature—truly! Well, then, let’s join these famous authors on a journey around the world. Their words indeed sparkle with the fire of thought.