Source: CCTV.com

09-03-2008 09:24

The 15th China International Book Fair is on with the focus on books for Children and on books about ancient Greece. The fair, opened in Tianjin, Monday, with a record 1300 publishing houses from fifty countries taking part.

The 15th China International Book Fair is on with the focus on books for Children and on books about ancient Greece. The fair, opened in Tianjin, Monday, with a record 1300 publishing houses from fifty countries taking part.
The 15th China International Book Fair opened in Tianjin, 
Monday, with a record 1300 publishing houses from fifty 
countries taking part.

The highlight for this year's fair clearly illuminates children's books. The 21st Century Publishing House has declared a mission to import high quality books for kids and young adults. There's a new series entitled " Treasure Search", that presents an intriguing introduction to histories and cultures from eighteen countries.

The 15th China International Book Fair is on with the focus on books for Children and on books about ancient Greece. The fair, opened in Tianjin, Monday, with a record 1300 publishing houses from fifty countries taking part.
The 15th China International Book Fair opened in Tianjin, 
Monday, with a record 1300 publishing houses from fifty 
countries taking part.

The fair also mirrors the growing global interest in China' publications. Books on Chinese culture, always popular in overseas markets, are turning into best sellers. In addition, books concerning China's scientific development are gaining popularity among overseas publishers.

The 15th China International Book Fair opened in Tianjin, Monday, with a record 1300 publishing houses from fifty countries taking part.
The connection between China and Greece extends from the
Olympic Games and right on into the displays at the book fair.

The connection between China and Greece extends from the Olympic Games and right on into the displays at the book fair. A 700-square-meter hall is reserved for books from Greece and China. Most conspicuous on the shelves are books about ancient Olympia.

A visitor said, "The books from Greece are very rich in content. I am especially interested in books on the origins of the Olympic Games. It's fascinating to discover how the ancient Greeks made the Games happen and develop."

Contemporary Greek writers are also on hand to meet with Chinese readers. Organizers hope the Olympic Games may provide motivation for Chinese readers to go deep into literature to appreciate the ancient and enduring culture of Greece.

 

Editor:Liu Fang