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Public figures give thoughts on World Book Day

( China Daily ) Updated: 2014-04-23 07:21:31

Public figures give thoughts on World Book Day

 

 

 

 

 

Yu Dan, scholar

Reading is a path by which one reaches one's own soul. It helps us tell right and wrong, which seems especially important in this era of excessive information and confusion.

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Public figures give thoughts on World Book Day

 

 

 

 

 

Lang Lang, pianist

Reading and listening to music are the same, that is to connect to the creator's soul.

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Public figures give thoughts on World Book Day

 

 

 

 

 

Zhang Zhongzai, School of English and International Studies, Beijing Foreign Studies University

Youngsters, when you ask yourselves "where does all my time go?", do you realize how much precious time you've wasted on browsing useless information and photos on your cellphones, iPads and personal computers? Why not spend your time reading books from China and abroad about literature, history and philosophy? You will benefit greatly.

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