The desert beneath my feet, the eagle in the sky

Author: Li Jie
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: Christ is an eagle, Buddha is an eagle, and Laozi is also an eagle. No matter how advanced urban civilization becomes, the height of the eagle is eternal. The freedom and authenticity of the eagle represent an unchanging benchmark in human culture. This book interprets the American civilization and spirit embedded in natural landscapes, music, literature, and philosophy from the perspective of a Chinese scholar, which is: the majestic eagle soaring freely above the desert. The urban achievements of American culture are presented in the East, while the soul of American culture quietly resides in the West. The book not only interprets American modern civilization but also offers profound insights into the differences between Eastern and Western cultures. The content of the book is extremely rich, with beautiful and elegant writing that resembles prose, poetry, and commentary. Reading it itself is a cultural enjoyment of beauty.