Book Recommendation | New Arrival #3
《馋：贪吃的历史》/ Florent Quellier
Call Number：BV 4627 .G5 Q45 2022 CN
Lam Chua, a well-known food critic, once said that indulging in eating and drinking is a way to show respect for life. However, gluttony is considered one of the Seven Deadly Sins in the western countries. Is gluttony truly a sin?
This book offers a comprehensive history of gluttony, examining the boundless charm of the relationship between humans and food, and the intertwining of food and culture over thousands of years, from the heavenly world constructed by exquisite delicacies in Greek mythology to the medieval temptations of indulgence in alcohol and gluttony induced by the devil, then from the delicacies in the 1700s & 1800s to the fervent pursuit of dietary therapy and fashionable fitness nowadays. Reading this book, let us embark on a journey through the ages, exploring the history of gluttony.
《一个叫欧维的男人决定去死》/ Carl Fredrik Backman
Call Number: PT 9877 .12 .A32 B33 2020 CN
Death is a weird thing but Ove decides to die. His behavior confuses readers and makes them feel absurd. However, if you finish reading this book, you will find it is a masterpiece that teaches you how to come to terms with misfortune when facing life’s challenges and how to love others. Frederick Backman eloquently unfolds the tumultuous yet beautiful life of a man. The author tells the story at a moderate pace and continuously prompts readers to reevaluate Ove’s personality. This book makes readers ponder who we are and how we spend time during our whole lives.
《索拉里斯星》 / Stanislaw Lem
Call Number: PT 9877 .12 .A32 B33 2020 CN
Solaris is a classic science fiction novel by Polish author Stanislaw Lem. The story is set on a planet covered by a mysterious ocean, which is a gelatinous life form capable of entering the human brain and presenting the most unknown parts of memories in tangible forms. In front of this ocean, no one has any secrets, and the innermost pains of the soul are laid bare. The author uses poetic language and profound philosophical reflections to explore the boundaries of human cognition. Through the exploration of the human mind, memory, and emotions, Lem takes readers into an unknown world full of challenges and discoveries. The novel prompts readers to deeply contemplate the nature of humanity and the meaning of existence.
《从零开始的女性主义》/ Ueno Chizuko
Call Number: HQ 1762 U36 2021 CN
What is feminism? Why do we need feminism? How can we think in a feminist way? To solve these questions, Ueno Chizuko gives us a lecture about feminism starting from scratch with concise content and rich case analyses. She traces the development of feminism and delves into daily issues in femininity, which are involved in mother-daughter relationships, sexuality, work, marriage, and parenting. Through this work, she debunks stereotypical biases about women. She calls on women to reevaluate themselves, redefine their identities and values, and strive for equal rights and respect. This book is not only a theoretical work but also a practical guide for readers who want to know more about feminism.
《没有我们的世界》 / Alan Weisman
Call Number: GF75 W45 2022 CN
Ever wondered how it would change if one day we disappeared from the earth? American author Alan Weisman provides the answer. The author traveled around the world and interviewed researchers in different fields. He narrates the impact of human beings on the earth and the whole natural world. He combines writing with scientific conjectures and uses a world where human beings are absent to reveal the significance of the existence of human beings. At the same time, the authors also hope that more people will have a reverence for nature and explore the path of development that is harmonious and sustainable with the Earth. Students interested in human civilization and natural science will surely benefit from this book.
《我离开之后》 / Suzy Hopkins
Call Number: GF 75 W45 2022 CN
This is a heartfelt conversation about death and loss between a mother and her daughter (who also illustrates the book). Although death is a serious topic, this book is written from the perspective of the deceased, it tells us how we can get rid of our grief and move on after our mother’s death using vivid language and touching illustrations. The book is filled with warmth and love, yet universal enough to make readers think of their own mothers and be touched. All in all, the book is a thought-provoking engaging work that serves as a guidebook, a comfort, and a reminder of a mother’s love.
Content | Access Service Unit
Layout | ZHOU Shuxian
Review | REN Yuanyuan & GU Mengmeng
