Seeking Heroes (Civilian Investigation of the Anti-Japanese War)

Author: Chen Zhen, Editor-in-Chief, Tian Chuan, Lin Pingfang, Compiler
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: What I hope to present in this book is a "living" history of people. What we have found are not traditional "heroes" but ordinary people, "survivors," small figures in the grand history, the "silent majority." Their voices may not be thunderous, but they have long been ignored by us. These ordinary voices, authentic details, and heartfelt whispers come from the souls of those who were once bullied but knew how to resist, who had courage but were later disregarded and harmed. Finding Heroes – Folk Investigation of the Anti-Japanese War, this is an oral history of the war. The book presents narratives in the form of testimonials from participants or their relatives, telling stories in a warm and moving manner. The joys and sorrows of the participants often bring tears to the reader's eyes. The book's most prominent feature is preserving the original historical memory, showcasing vivid details often obscured by grand narratives. In addition to the main text's testimonials, the book includes numerous footnotes and photographs, enriching the information. What the author hopes to present in this book is a "living" history of people. What we have found are not traditional "heroes" but ordinary people, "survivors," small figures in the grand history, the "silent majority." Their voices may not be thunderous, but they have long been ignored. These ordinary voices, authentic details, and heartfelt whispers come from the souls of those who were once bullied but knew how to resist, who had courage but were later disregarded and harmed.