Eternal children

Author: Philip Frey
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: Science, art, and literature are the common treasures of human beings as creators of civilized society. Understanding and drawing lessons from the rich achievements of civilizations created by different countries and ethnic groups undoubtedly benefits us in broadening our horizons, inspiring our thoughts, inheriting and innovating. For this reason, after extensive selection and careful planning, we have launched the "New Life, New Concepts, New Perspectives" Translation Series, attempting to provide readers with more cultural resources, enrich their reading experiences, and inspire more attention and reflection on human issues.
In 1996, two fathers, one in China and one in France, one a philosopher and the other a literary critic, completed biographies of their beloved daughters who had succumbed to illness almost simultaneously. One was Zhou Guoping, the father of Niu Niu, who wrote Niu Niu: A Father's Notes, and the other was Philip Frey, the father of Polina, who wrote The Eternal Child. The two had never met, spoke different languages, and were exposed to different civilizations, yet they shared a common experience. These two books, filled with poetic wisdom, were bestsellers in countries with different social systems and cultural backgrounds, touching the hearts of thousands of readers.