I have left, Lu Wei Lvqiu

Author: Lu Qiuwei
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: Renowned war correspondent, the only journalist who interviewedBaghdad refugees, Lu Qiuwei, details her reporting experiences during the Baghdad War and the Beijing SARS epidemic, incorporating her personal feelings and reflections. The book includes many precious photographs, making it a more comprehensive and valuable resource beyond news. It is a 208-page illustrated book where Lu Qiuwei used nearly 200,000 words, 32 short stories, and 150hand-painted photographs to document her observations and emotions during the US-Iraq War. The book consists of 32 independent short stories, set against the backgrounds of the US-Iraq War, SARS chronicles, interviews with leaders, and Lu Qiuwei’s personal life. It records the lives, psychological states, and various aspects of both warring parties during the US-Iraq War, particularly the Iraqi people, and conveys the struggles against SARS, a "war without gunfire," in China at the same time. It also captures the charisma of leaders such as Hu Jintao and Wang Qishan, as well as vivid descriptions of Lu Qiuwei’s emotional experiences and life insights. The book is accompanied by numerous photographs, many of which are hand-painted by Lu Qiuwei, adding to its appeal. For events frequently reported in the media, such as the US-Iraq War and the SARS chronicles, Lu provides unique perspectives through firsthand materials unknown to readers, transforming them into something "full of warmth." Her inquiries into justice, war, and fate also leave readers with space for reflection. The author’s account of her emotional experiences is sincere and natural, guiding readers into Lu Qiuwei’s inner world.