West 25

Author: Pan Shiyi
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: This 40-year-old successful individual now enjoys discussing Zen Buddhism and expresses some weariness with overly behaviors. Although a lack of mindset is fundamental to the wealth and fame he currently possesses, at least when heading to the West, he hopes to let go of any preconceived notions or biases about the West and discover a genuine Western region. The theme of this book is "Westbound 25 Degrees," westward, to the West. With a protruding belly and a head full of prejudices and stubbornness. I hope that when I return to Beijing, all my pants will fit me again. I hope that during this westbound journey, nature and Western society will act like mirrors, reflecting me for self-examination. Starting from Beijing, along the 40th parallel north, westbound 25 degrees, from 116 degrees east to 90 degrees east, at every intersection point with the 40th parallel, we will take photos of the men, women, elderly, children, schools, and wall slogans, recording the authentic expressions and lives of people living around 40 degrees north, in central and western China, as well as the awe-inspiring nature.