Chinese-themed books showcased at London Book Fair

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Chinese-themed books showcased at London Book Fair

STORY: Chinese-themed books showcased at London Book Fair DATELINE: April 8, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:28 LOCATION: London CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of London Book Fair 2. various of a promoting event 3. various of launch ceremony of "China and the Shared Human Future: Exploring Common Values and Goals" STORYLINE: Shu Lin's Grandpa, a children's picture book illustrated by British-Chinese artist Yu Rong, was showcased at the just-concluded London Book Fair, sparking heated discussions about how to better tell Chinese stories to international readers. The book tells a story about Shu Lin, a Chinese immigrant girl, who finds it hard to gain acceptance in her new school, until her grandfather saves the day. The book combines paper-cutting and ink painting with other Chinese elements to create a painting style that is both classical and modern. Renowned British sociologist Martin Albrow also brought his new book to the book fair. Albrow is a pioneer in the study of globalization in the West, and he

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                (220406) -- LONDON, April 6, 2022 (Xinhua) -- British-Chinese artist Yu Rong (2nd L, 2nd row) poses for photos with readers and staff at London Book Fair in London, Britain, April 5, 2022. Shu Lin's Grandpa, a children's picture book illustrated by British-Chinese artist Yu Rong, was showcased at the London Book Fair on Tuesday, sparking heated discussions about how to better tell Chinese stories to international readers. TO GO WITH "Chinese-themed children's book comes into spotlight at London Book Fair" (Xinhua/Li Ying)

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                    (220406) -- LONDON, April 6, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A visitor reads "Shu Lin's Grandpa" at London Book Fair in London, Britain, April 5, 2022. Shu Lin's Grandpa, a children's picture book illustrated by British-Chinese artist Yu Rong, was showcased at the London Book Fair on Tuesday, sparking heated discussions about how to better tell Chinese stories to international readers. TO GO WITH "Chinese-themed children's book comes into spotlight at London Book Fair" (Xinhua/Li Ying)
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