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Before “Black Myth,” Other Games Tapped into Chinese Culture

From almost the very beginning, video games have drawn inspiration from Chinese literature

By Dylan Levi King October 3, 2024

TRADITIONAL CULTURE

TWOC TV EP. 8: Of Life and Literature

TWOC’s experts explain how the reemergence interest in Chinese literary classics helps with life and learning

By The Editors June 29, 2018

Is China on Track for Another Nobel Prize in Literature After Mo Yan?

Canadian literary critic Dylan Levi King examines how Can Xue, who has thrived outside the Chinese literary system, has emerged as a frontrunner for this year’s Nobel Prize in Literature

A Modern Look into Lin Yutang’s Timeless Classic

Celebrating the 129th birthday of modern Chinese writer Lin Yutang with a reflection on “My Country and My People” and its insights into the roots of Chinese society

The Rocky History of Chinese Immigration in the American West

Colorado’s burgeoning 19th century Chinese communities were destroyed by racist legislation and riots. Now, the state is finally coming to terms with its past.

Crowning Glory: China’s Floral Headdress Tradition

From the women of Xunpu to ancient emperors, the floral hairpin has been a cherished tradition among both men and women for centuries, serving as decorative ornaments and symbols of authority

Casa Batlló | Short Story

A tale of migration and missed connections by Chinese author Zhang Wanhe

Countryside Police Station: International Repercussions | Short Story

Author A Yi’s tale of bureaucracy and absurdity behind county officials’ futile attempt to put out a fire

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