China, Culturally Speaking is a conversation with Michael Berry, Professor of Contemporary Chinese Cultural Studies at UCLA and a world-renowned Chinese literary translator and film scholar. After discussing the inspiring influence his English teacher had on him, the conversation covers topics such as the appeal of literary translation, modern and contemporary Chinese literature, the history and development of Chinese cinema, popular culture in modern China, censorship, and the importance of staying true to one’s values.
This conversation will be released in a carefully-edited video format. Available now is an enhanced book developed from the conversation, while Michael Berry is also featured in four short documentarie – all details are below.
”With leading scholars in arts and sciences as your tour guide, Ideas Roadshow is an innovative resource to explore a complex world of ideas — from neuroscience to physics, from psychology to philosophy, from language to literature, and beyond. Presented in an accessible conversational format, these discussions not only explore cutting-edge academic research, but often reveal the inspirations and personal journeys behind the research. Ideas Roadshow stands as a unique introduction to a rich tapestry of cultural history.’‘ — Michael Berry
This enhanced book is available in electronic format on all major booksellers, including:
China, Culturally Speaking is also part of the five-part Ideas Roadshow Collection, Conversations About Language & Culture, which is available in hardcover, paperback and electronic format.
Michael Berry is featured in 4 short documentaries together with several other renowned researchers.
