What is history? History is a delicious meal. After eating it, people become mature. "Old Nanyang: The Boundless Past" is a side dish that the author made with great effort and difficulty for this feast. The raw materials used are some selected old anecdotes from Nanyang and pictures related to these old anecdotes. It's like a small plate of finger-sized tofu cubes mixed with finely ground sesame oil and some green coriander leaves. It may not fill your stomach, but it still contains trace elements of history, and the color and aroma are also attractive. You might as well try it.
The book is divided into four chapters: "Long and Brilliant" describes the history of Nanyang; "Celebrities Like Flowers" describes Nanyang's ancient and modern celebrities; "Alley Customs" introduces Nanyang's streets and historic sites; "Alienated Religion" writes about Zhuge Wuhou Temple, Xuanmiao Temple, and Wangxiang Terrace; and "Shang Sheng Legacy" reviews the evolution of Nanyang's commerce.
Reader comments
This book is like a delicious side dish! The author used vivid language to describe the history and culture of Nanyang, which made me feel as if I was actually there. I especially like the stories about famous people in Nanyang and the introduction of those ancient streets and alleys in the book. I feel like I have traveled to the past. Moreover, the writing style in the book is concise and smooth, making it easy to understand, just like chatting with friends. All in all, this is a very interesting book and worth reading!
Be calm, objective, and seek truth from facts. The words are full of nostalgia for hometown.
This book is like a delicious side dish! The author used vivid language to describe the history and culture of Nanyang, which made me feel as if I was actually there. I especially like the stories about famous people in Nanyang and the introduction of those ancient streets and alleys in the book. I feel like I have traveled to the past. Moreover, the writing style in the book is concise and smooth, making it easy to understand, just like chatting with friends. All in all, this is a very interesting book and worth reading!
Be calm, objective, and seek truth from facts. The words are full of nostalgia for hometown.