Book

• ‘Memory of Bites: Chinese Delicious Food’

Written by Hong Zhu; Published by Xinhua Press

This book stresses on the harmonious relationship between people and the nature. When tasting the food, people can also find the taste of history, the taste of hometown and the taste of memory. It blends the local dining cultures and its regional characters in different cities and provinces such as Beijing, Nanjing, Hangzhou and Guangdong, Shanxi, Yunnan. Reading this book you will not only enlarge your knowledge of food but also feel joyful.

• ‘How to Remove Food Additives and Pesticides at Home’

Written by Kiyoshi Masuo; Translated by Zhang Lei; Published by Nanhai Publishing Company

Food safety problems break out frequently and many wonder whether the food we eat is safe.

Kiyoshi Masuo is a Japanese food expert and he formed a set of methods to remove food additives and pesticides. His book covers everything from vegetables and fruit to meat and fish.

• ‘New Records of Mo Yan’s dialogue’

Written by Mo Yan; Published by Culture and Art Press

Mo Yan said that narrative is everything. Once he was indulged in narration, he enters a unique state and gains special insight into humanity. His novels represent the power of narrative.

• ‘Return of Putin’

Compiled by Cai Wen; Published by Harbin Publishing House

He is Russia’s soul and helmsman. The important thing is what he controls and not the post he holds. Putin’s power has never receded and he is still the idol of many Russians.

• ‘Touring Southeast Asian Islands’

Compiled by Byecity.com’s editing committee exclusive set up for this book; Published by China Light Industry Press

The book was specially designed for travelers planning a trip to Southeast Asia. Destinations include Phuket and Pattaya in Thailand, as well as Long Beach in the Philippines. Tips on dining, shopping and accommodation are provided.

Where to borrow books:

• Jiading District Library

Address: 40, Lane 34, Qinghe Rd, Jiading Town

嘉定镇清河路34弄40号