Readers 2015 Issue 23

Readers Magazine Editorial OfficeDuzhe Publishing & Media Corp. · ChinaNov 2015

Rating 4.0

Word count: 77K words
Chapters: 56

Summary

For many years, Readers magazine has taken the promotion of the finest human culture as its mission, upholding the editorial purpose of "drawing widely from China and abroad, gathering the essence, enlightening thought, and broadening horizons." It follows the publishing philosophy that "to choose Readers is to choose an outstanding culture," seeking out the true, the good, and the beautiful in human nature and expressing humanistic care. In both content and form the magazine keeps pace with the times, pursuing high quality and refinement and striving to present the very best work. Through the richness and diversity of its format and content, it has won the affection and support of readers of all ages and from all walks of life.

Editor's review

As the 23rd issue of 2015, this Reader still puts its motto of drawing widely from Chinese and foreign sources and gathering the best into the choice of individual pieces: it does not rely on headlines to create anxiety, nor does it win by sheer density of information. Instead, through gentle narratives, restrained commentary, and attention to everyday life, it presents emotions and thoughts that readers easily overlook. Its strength lies in the relatively steady taste of its selections, with long and short pieces well matched; reading is effortless, yet there is often one or two places that make you pause and reflect. It is suitable for the bedside, the office, or a bag carried along, to read one or two pieces while waiting for a bus, during a lunch break, or before sleep; it is also suitable for a family to pass around, each taking what they need. For those used to rapid scrolling, this issue offers a slower reading rhythm, allowing one to feel again the weight of words, the possibility of kindness, and the moments worth cherishing in ordinary life.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Adult readers who want to slow down their reading pace in a fast-paced life
Readers who enjoy short forms such as essays, sketches, and short stories
Middle school students who need material for compositions or everyday expression
Family readers who hope to read together and exchange views

Not a good fit for

Readers looking for long-form fiction or continuous plots
Readers who need systematic knowledge or practical guides in specialized fields
Readers not interested in gentle, lyrical, or inspirational writing

Reading tips

Keep it within easy reach and read one piece in ten minutes during commuting or before sleep.
First browse the table of contents and mark three pieces, then arrange the reading order according to interest.
After reading, summarize your impression in one sentence to train summarizing and expressive ability.
Have each family member read one piece and exchange views after dinner to extend the pleasure of reading.

About the publisher

Duzhe Publishing & Media Corp. China · Founded in 2009

Duzhe Publishing & Media Corp. takes Duzhe magazine as its core brand, with publishing directions covering periodicals, books, and textbooks and supplementary teaching materials, among which the Duzhe series of periodicals is its most representative publication. The books in the database are mainly various 2012 issues of Duzhe, such as several issues from No. 14 to No. 24, reflecting the publisher's approach of drawing on the author resources of the Duzhe editorial department and featuring the collected publication of periodical content. In addition to periodical publications, the company is also involved in the publication and distribution of books and textbooks and supplementary teaching materials. However, publicly available information in the database is limited, the common categories are not yet clear, and the representative books are concentrated on issues of Duzhe magazine, making it difficult to fully present its book publishing structure on this basis. Overall, the publisher's characteristic lies in relying on the Duzhe brand to carry out serialized and continuous publishing development around periodical content, with author resources drawn mainly from the Duzhe editorial department and related editorial teams.

版权信息
【卷首语】五十年后也爱你
【文苑】带团
【名人轶事】学林拾遗
【杂谈随感】旧式的情感
【杂谈随感】我们的失败与伟大
【点滴】琐语
【文苑】魅力
【名人轶事】质疑
【书林一叶】梁从诫：我们三代人都是失败者
【杂谈随感】所谓乡愁
【人世间】抗战，他们的20岁
【人与自然】本草有道
【言论】言论
【两代之间】爸爸和果园都在
【回忆】那些失去的优雅与温厚
【点滴】无题
【两代之间】有意思无意义的人生
【在海外】最后的纳粹
【社会之窗】别人家的熊孩子
【心理人生】一人活
【人物】选择成为质数
【人物】一只孤独的船
【影像】他用一个小屋，拍下整个世界
【人世间】爱是一朵无声花
【文苑】向上的风
【意林】情绪
【话题】道德从何处来
【文苑】永别的真相
【文苑】唐人自何处来
【漫画与幽默】Steve Cutts漫画作品欣赏
【文化茶座】巴黎重建启示录
【文化茶座】不赢尊严
【社会之窗】留学：中国式娇惯
【文苑】流浪乐手
【婚姻家庭】神仙眷属的样子
【杂谈随感】智商是最不重要的素质
【文苑】长衫老者
【杂谈随感】田园与故乡
【点滴】会
【话与画】13张颠覆认知的讽刺画
【历史一页】他们为什么支持希特勒
【点滴】让
【人生之旅】慢下来，聆听生活
【经营之道】败给“没意思”
【文苑】女人今年二十三
【军事天地】“特种部队”的思维
【文苑】一生里的某一刻
【他山石】他们的世界
【原创精品】喊魂
【点滴】木心短语
【生活之友】把重要的事情做简单
【意林】意林
【影像】历史瞬间
【人生之旅】冷眼看人生
【心理人生】写书的侯先生

FAQ

Will the content of this issue overlap with the previous one?

Each issue is compiled independently, and selections are usually different; even if themes are similar, the pieces and their expression differ. It is best to rely on the table of contents, and if you encounter a piece you have already read, you can skip it without worrying that it will affect your understanding.

Is it suitable as a gift for an elder?

It is fairly suitable. The content consists mainly of short pieces with gentle subjects and a light reading burden, making it suitable for elders to browse in their spare time; if you first learn about the other person's reading interests and then choose pieces from it to discuss, it will be even more thoughtful.

How long is it appropriate to read each day?

There is no fixed standard. Ten to thirty minutes a day is enough; reading one or two short pieces or a section of a longer piece is fine. The key is to maintain a habit of continuous reading, and there is no need to rush through in order to finish.

If I find it hard to get into long articles, how should I start?

Start with the shortest pieces in the table of contents, or read short pieces such as remarks and sketches directly; after reading, close the book and think for a moment before deciding whether to continue. Lowering the difficulty of starting is more effective than forcing yourself to read from the beginning.

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About the author

Readers Magazine Editorial Office Author

Readers Magazine Editorial Office is the editorial and publishing body of the magazine Readers, affiliated with Readers Publishing & Media Co., Ltd. Founded in Lanzhou, Gansu, in April 1981 under the name Reader's Digest, the magazine adopted its current name in 1993. Guided by the principle of drawing widely from Chinese and foreign sources and gathering the finest writing, it selects outstanding articles from home and abroad, covering the humanities, society, daily life and human feeling. Its plain and enduring style has earned it the reputation of a spiritual reader for the Chinese people , and its circulation has long ranked among the leading Chinese periodicals. The database holds 97 titles edited by the office, mostly individual issues from various years. Due to limited public information, its institutional history and staffing are not elaborated here.