w88 casino News Network (provided by the w88 casino of Foreign Languages)On the afternoon of April 13, 2024, a special new book launch was successfully held in the Beiwai store of Waiyan Bookstore, with the theme of "Thoughts are like the fragrance of roses emanating from poetry - Adonis and "The Age of the Poet"". This event focused on the latest translation of "The Age of the Poet: Adonis on Poetry Aesthetics" by Professor Zou Lanfang of the w88 casino. It was held online and offline simultaneously. More than 50 teachers and students from universities such as the w88 casino, Beijing Foreign Studies University, and Beijing Language and Culture University participated in this event, and more than 2,000 participants gathered online.

Translator Professor Zou Lanfang, famous poet Ouyang Jianghe, Arabic literature translator Professor Xue Qingguo, and original author of the book, Arabic literature giant Adonis, were the panellists at this event.

At the event, several literary figures communicated and discussed the topics of poetry and modernity, poetry and humanism with the audience, allowing everyone to have a deeper understanding of Adonis’ poetry theory and creative practice, and deeply feel the charm and mystery of poetry.

During the event, Professor Zou Lanfang shared anecdotes about his first meeting with Adonis as well as the challenges and experiences in the translation process. She mentioned that in order to accurately convey the spirit of the original work, she read extensively related works of poetry, Arabic classical literary theory, modern philosophical discourse and other works.

Finally, Professor Zou also attended the book signing event and signed new books. The atmosphere was warm and many readers came to exchange their experiences and buy new books. This event brought a literary feast to readers, allowing everyone to feel the charm of literature in a poetic atmosphere.