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Using the protection of intangible cultural heritage as its starting point, this book introduces Chinese writing and its related history, lineage, writing systems, preservation and dissemination, ethnic characteristics, and protection. It combines educational, entertaining, and artistic elements, explaining its subject in clear, accessible language. The book is richly illustrated with numerous precious photographs taken by the National Library of China's Memory Project, making it highly readable. At its heart is a profound sense of responsibility and mission to protect and pass on China's outstanding traditional culture, which forms the foundation of the book.