Global 101 Wonderful News

Author: Yang Junzhao
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: In this era of digitalization, information has exploded across the universe, dazzling human civilization with its brilliance yet confusing the minds of all with its smoke. When the overwhelming flow of information is processed and treated with the rigid, rule-bound structure of textbooks or institutional regulations, is it not hard to digest and difficult to comprehend? This book aims to break through layer upon layer of barriers, presenting both new knowledge and old news in a leisurely, enlightening, entertaining, and anecdotal format, accompanied by stunning images. The national anthem and flag equally represent a nation. The world's first national anthem is the Netherlands' "William of Nassau," still in use from the 16th century. The Qing Dynasty only promulgated a national anthem titled "Golden Fortress" (Gongjin'ou) on October 11, 1911. Six days later, the Wuchang Uprising and the success of the Xinhai Revolution ended the Qing era. Few, if any, can sing or have even heard "Golden Fortress." Meanwhile, the world's longest national anthem is Greece's "Hymn to Freedom," with lyrics spanning 158 stanzas and a total of 5,688 words. To sing the entire anthem takes 103 minutes. So, how is it supposed to be sung?