Footprints -- The World Through the Eyes of a Diplomat

Author: Zhang Guobin
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: As a Chinese diplomat, Guobin Zhang often has the opportunity to witness or even participate in history. A diligent learner, he understands that his own experiences are a book that can enrich himself and inspire others. Chinese diplomats are often fortunate enough to witness or even participate in history. They are primarily messengers of peace and friendship—bringing their country’s goodwill and carrying back the friendship of people around the world. A diligent Guobin understands that his experiences are themselves a book that can enrich himself and inspire others. The rhythms of Hong Kong, the tranquility of the ancient capital of Malta, and the fragrance of Bulgaria, as depicted by him, are vivid and engaging. The child in Djibouti who uses the excuse "Dad is dead again" to take a vacation is amusing; the traffic lights on the streets of the Danish town of Odense, all resembling silhouettes of Hans Christian Andersen’s head, are even more delightful. An author who loves his country, loves knowledge, and loves working honestly for the people not only finds happiness for himself but also elevates the happiness index of his readers. Spending hours reading this small book may bring you joy for a long time; after putting it down, you will once again feel happy when you have the chance to visit the places written about in the book. —Excerpt from the preface to this book
This book, with elegant prose, narrates the diplomatic stories experienced by a diplomat and the exotic landscapes he has visited, revealing the interesting stories of every aspect of diplomacy, showcasing the customs and cultures of different regions, and depicting the world as seen through the eyes of a diplomat.