Book Details

My Altai

My Altai

Li Juan / Changjiang Literature and Art Publishing House /August 1, 2018

"My Altay" is one of Li Juan's representative prose works. It records the author's life in the Altay region in northern Xinjiang with original brushstrokes, showing the local customs and people's memories and perceptions of people and things. The text of the book is clear and pure, revealing the author's deep love for this land, and also reflects the simplicity and kindness of the local people and the true face of life. By reading this book, readers can have a deep understanding of the natural scenery and cultural landscape of the Altay region, feel the emotional bond between the author and the local people, and the author's unique perception and thinking of life. This book is not only an excellent literary work, but also a cultural reading full of humanistic care and regional characteristics, which is worthy of readers' appreciation and collection. Whether it is for readers who like literature or for those who want to understand the culture of Xinjiang, this book is a rare and good choice.


Outline Notes

Book Summary of My AltayChapter 1: Kawutu1.1 Going to Kawutu - Deciding to leave: Due to family reasons, I left the city of Altay and went to the more remote Kawutu to make a living. - Encounter on the road: I met a boy on horseback and a shepherdess on the way, showing the lifestyle of the Kazakh people. 1.2 Life in Kawutu - Living conditions: Dirt roads, mud houses, and difficult living conditions. - Interpersonal communication: The interaction with the neighboring grandmother and children reflects the warmth between people. 1.3 Winter slaughter - Traditional customs: Describes the tradition of winter slaughter of the Kazakh people, reflecting the awe of nature and gratitude for animals. - Social division of labor: The roles and division of labor of men and women in winter slaughter reflect the gender relations in local society. Chapter 2: Balalz2.1 Life in Balalz - Job changes: From substitute teachers to work in tailor shops, the ups and downs of life. - Natural beauty: Describes the natural scenery of Balalz, such as the willow forest by the river and the golden wheat fields. 2.2 Neighbors- Diverse neighbors: Describes neighbors with different backgrounds and personalities, which increases the diversity of life. - Mutual help: Mutual help between neighbors in difficult times reflects the deep friendship between people. 2.3 Love and separation- Changes in feelings: Describes the inner fluctuations of the protagonist when love comes. - Sadness of separation: The separation that must be faced because of love, as well as the struggle and growth in it. Chapter 3: My Altay3.1 The seasons of Altay- Spring, summer, autumn and winter: Describes in detail the natural scenery and life changes in Altay in different seasons. - Migration of nomads: Follow the migration route of herders to feel the vastness and freedom of Altay. 3.2 Feelings in Altay- Respect for nature: Through close contact with nature, I learned to respect and cherish it. - Philosophy of life: Through some trivial things in life, we can realize the true meaning and wisdom of life. 3.3 Farewell and return - Farewell again: Leaving Altay due to life needs, and being reluctant to leave hometown. - Spiritual belonging: No matter where I go, Altay is always my inner home and spiritual belonging.


Catchy Sentences

Of course, the following are some wonderful sentences or paragraphs selected from Li Juan's "My Altay". They are profound, unique, beautiful, wise, or creative. Output in the form of numbers and maintain professionalism for readers' reference. 1. "The world is at hand, lying down is sleeping. What I eat in my mouth is food, and what I wrap on my body is clothes. Here, I don't know what regrets I can have." This sentence shows the simple and real life in the Altay region in plain language, revealing the author's satisfaction with the current life and the peaceful and serene mentality. 2. "The greatest silence under the sky is not the silence of the empty space, not the silence of the years, but the silence of people. After all, people are lonely and cannot extinguish hope..." Through a profound interpretation of "silence", the author connects the inner world of people with the vast nature, expressing the complex emotions of loneliness and hope coexisting in human beings. 3. "Once the snow stops, the weather will suddenly become very cold. The sky is clearer and brighter than ever before, and the earth is white and clean." This description is not only beautiful in language, but also highlights the freshness and tranquility of Altay after the snow through contrast, bringing readers both visual and spiritual enjoyment. 4. "How small is the power of man, but man has never given up the control of his own life." This sentence is full of wisdom, which reminds us that in the face of the challenges of nature and fate, although human beings are small, they always maintain a tenacious spirit of resistance. 5. "I rely on and cherish these ordinary things so much. They are more durable and more reliable than anything else." By emphasizing the reliance on and cherishing of ordinary things, the author shows that the true meaning of life is often hidden in simplicity and daily life. 6. "Spring does not come from afar, nor does it arrive here after traveling around the world from the ends of the earth. Spring comes from near to far, and spring starts from under your feet." This passage interprets the arrival of spring from a unique perspective, reminding people to pay attention to the changes around them and cherish every subtle sign of life. 7. "The wind hurts so much that it feels like countless needles are pricking our faces and bodies. But we still have to stand still, open our mouths wide, and wait for the wind to blow in." The vivid description makes the readers feel the fierceness of the Altay wind, and also shows the people's perseverance in the face of harsh environment. 8. "Once life settles down, many trivial things will happen. And these trivial things will gradually become the whole of life." This sentence reveals the essence of life in plain language, that is, it is composed of countless trivial moments and events, which require us to experience and cherish them with our heart. 9. "I think loneliness is the person you are facing, whose emotions are not on the same frequency as yours." The author's definition of loneliness is unique and profound, pointing out that the emotional gap between people is the root cause of loneliness. 10. "Time will change many things, but there are always some people and things that you can't forget even if you want to." This sentence is full of emotion, expressing the author's nostalgia for the good old days and deep memory of certain people or things. 11. "In this wilderness, I felt freedom for the first time, a boundless freedom." The author expressed his yearning and pursuit for freedom through the description of the natural scenery of Altay, and also showed the nourishment of nature to people's spiritual world. 12. "Life is an endless desire, a desire to rise continuously, to become greater and nobler." This sentence is full of creativity and inspiring power, which encourages people to constantly pursue progress and perfect themselves. 13. "The sky seemed to have been blown by a hurricane all night, so clean that there was no cloud. Only the pure blue was left, arrogantly rendering above the head." This description is beautiful and imaginative, depicting the sky of Altay like a poem and a painting, which is intoxicating. 14. "I think this is life. We accept what it gives us. Whether it is good or bad." The author accepted what life gave him with a peaceful mind and faced it calmly, whether it was good or bad. This attitude towards life is worth learning. 15. "Sometimes I wonder how good it would be if we could live like animals. Without so many complicated thoughts and emotions, we only need to focus on the most basic survival needs." This sentence reflects the author's yearning for a simple life and his thinking about the complexity of modern society, reminding people to pay attention to their true needs. 16. "In this vast land, I feel my insignificance and powerlessness. But at the same time, I also feel the tenacity and toughness of life." The author expresses his awe of life and praise for the human spirit through the description of the natural environment of Altay. 17. "I like everything here, the tranquility and loneliness here. They make me feel safe and make me feel alive." This sentence expresses the author's love and recognition of the Altay lifestyle, and also shows the author's process of finding inner peace in loneliness. 18. "Life is like a long journey, we are all looking for our own piece of sky." The author compares life to


Author Introduction

Li Juan: The literary guardian of Altay Li Juan, a writer from Altay, Xinjiang, China, has become a fresh breeze in contemporary Chinese literature with her unique literary style and affectionate description of her hometown.< This article will comprehensively introduce this literary guardian of Altay from the aspects of personal basic information, education and professional background, writing career, work style and theme, personal life, social influence, citation and evaluation, and latest developments.

1.< Personal basic information Li Juan, born in Altay, Xinjiang in 1979, is a Han writer.

Her growth experience is closely linked to the natural scenery and ethnic culture of Altay, which provided rich materials for her later literary creation.< 2.

Education and professional background Li Juan graduated from the Chinese Department of Xinjiang University and has a solid literary foundation.< Before becoming a professional writer, she worked as a teacher, reporter and other professions, and these experiences gave her a deeper insight into social phenomena and human nature.

3.< Writing career Li Juan's writing career began in the early 2000s.

Her first work, "Corners of Altay", attracted widespread attention as soon as it was published.< Since then, she has published a number of works, including "Distant Altay" and "My Altay", and gradually established her position in the Chinese literary world.

4.< Work style and theme Li Juan's works are known for their delicate brushwork, fresh language and affectionate description of her hometown.

The themes of her works mostly focus on the natural scenery, ethnic culture and the lives of ordinary people in Altay, Xinjiang, showing a unique regional cultural charm.< 5.

Personal life Li Juan's life is relatively low-key.< She rarely appears in public and prefers to devote her time and energy to literary creation.

Her attitude towards life and creative ideas are also reflected in her works.< 6.

Social influence Li Juan's works have been widely recognized by the society.< She has won many literary awards, such as the "Lu Xun Literature Award" and the "National Excellent Children's Literature Award".

Her works have also been translated into many languages and have had a certain impact internationally.< 7.

Quotation and evaluation Authoritative media and experts generally have a high evaluation of Li Juan.< The People's Daily once commented that her works "have distinct regional characteristics and profound humanistic care.

" The famous writer Alai also said that there is a "deep affection for hometown and love for life" in Li Juan's works.< 8.

Latest News Li Juan has been insisting on literary creation.< Her latest work "Spring in Altay" was published in 2021.

In addition, she also actively participates in literary exchange activities and is committed to promoting the regional culture of Altay.< In short, Li Juan is a writer with unique charm.

Her works present us with a beautiful, diverse and humanistic Altay.< Her affectionate watch over her hometown also provides us with a unique literary experience.


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