Red Lens of the Republic -- National Affairs in the Eyes of the photographers from Zhongnanhai (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Gu Baozi
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: Exclusive perspective on the Red Wall imagery records, little-known stories of the political arena. Du Xiuxian once held the highest media touchpoints in China, "walking" in the political news for over a decade, gaining deep understanding of the leaders in Zhongnanhai. This book is a portrayal of his photographic political life, guiding readers through the historical river formed by the images. Great leaders and influential figures all demonstrated their talents, rose and fell, flowed and froze within the lens. The particularly authentic scenes and words made people feel the weight and grandeur of history. Du Xiuxian once held the highest media touchpoints in China, "walking" in the political news for over a decade. Yet, 20 years after leaving Zhongnanhai, he remained (not good at chatting), appearing somewhat stern and aloof, avoiding the probing questions of curious onlookers, and forbidding writers from arbitrary literary embellishments. He said he would only speak the truth and genuine emotions in his lifetime. Du Xiuxian's political lens and Red Wall stories bring people a sense of closeness, authenticity, reflection, and awe. As you get to know him, you begin to glimpse the kind and gentle heart beneath his seemingly stern exterior, his poverty and hardships before embarking on his photography career. Stories flow endlessly from his heart, and they flow endlessly from my pen.