East Sea Night Talk - Dialogue on Education and Social Issues

Author: Jin Zhongming
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: The subtitle of this book, "Dialogue Between Education and Social Issues," reflects the expansion and deepening of the problem-oriented approach. The conversational style remains as before: maintaining, thus creating more mutual interest. "The principle of 'harmony in diversity' is an ancient Chinese proverb. As Jaspers said, the unity of humanity cannot be achieved through scientific general concepts, a universal religion, or a traditional language based on reason and common sense. 'Unity can only be attained from the depths of history—not through universally comprehensible content, but through endless dialogue among those belonging to different histories, exchanging opinions, and elevating noble debate to its peak.'" This book blends popular and academic perspectives, encompassing both introspection and expression, allowing readers to experience the dialogue firsthand, immerse themselves in its atmosphere, participate in its process, and expand the space for dialogue. The 50 questions presented unfold like a storm at times and a gentle breeze at others; they rise like towering peaks or flow like babbling streams. Wildflowers and weeds coexist, tears and laughter are intertwined. Is laughter and anger truly the essence of the writing? The heart remains restless, seeking peace. Fortunately, the strength of "Three Talks" lies in "correcting biases with biases," where the tension generated by confrontation within the rational logic of "positive-negative-combination" may better stimulate and deepen readers' interest and thought. The naming "path" from "Hengshan" to the "East Sea" symbolizes the aspiration for the elevation of "benevolence" and "wisdom," the pursuit of the integration of the meaning of "mountains" and "waters," and the longing for the symbol of "steadfastness and vastness." A companion piece to Hengshan Night Talks. Blending popular and academic perspectives, encompassing both introspection and expression, allows readers to experience the dialogue firsthand, immerse themselves in its atmosphere, participate in its process, and expand the space for dialogue. The naming "path" from "Hengshan" to the "East Sea" symbolizes the aspiration for the elevation of "benevolence" and "wisdom," the pursuit of the integration of the meaning of "mountains" and "waters," and the longing for the symbol of "steadfastness and vastness."