Zhu Jiaqi speaking of Beijing

Author: Zhu Jiaqi
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Today's Beijing has evolved from its historical roots. As we rejoice in the ever-changing new Beijing, we often turn back with nostalgia, yearning 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, and the historical Beijing has become a focal point for 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 distinguished experts in the study of Beijing, renowned scholars of literature and history. As "insiders," they narrate the history and geography of Beijing, describe its local customs, and record its folk traditions, all of which hold immense historical and cultural value.