Readers 2020 Issue 22

Editorial Department of ReadersNov 2020

Rating 4.2

Word count: 69K words
Chapters: 71

Summary

For years, Reader has upheld its mission of promoting the best of human culture, adhering to its editorial purpose of “drawing widely from China and abroad, gathering the finest, enlightening the mind, and broadening horizons,” and following the publishing philosophy that “choosing Reader is choosing excellent culture.” It explores the true, the good, and the beautiful in human nature and embodies humanistic care. In both content and format, the magazine keeps pace with the times, pursuing high quality and refinement, and striving for excellence. With the richness and diversity of its form and content, it has won the affection and support of readers of all ages and backgrounds.

Editor's review

This issue continues Reader’s characteristic editorial taste: within limited space it balances informative content, storytelling, and emotional warmth, selecting writing worth savoring and presenting it to readers. Its value lies not in chasing trends but in offering a relatively unhurried reading rhythm—each piece is short, suitable for opening during a commute, lunch break, or before bed; one or two pieces can provide a bit of thought or comfort. The magazine-style arrangement lets different subjects interweave naturally; readers need not read in order or finish in one sitting, and casual browsing makes it easier to encounter sentences that move them. For long-term subscribers, this issue is everyday reading that can go on the shelf and be revisited later; for those new to it, it is also a suitable sample of the magazine’s style. One reminder: it is a periodical, not a systematic monograph, so reading expectations should be placed on “broadening horizons and cultivating the mind” rather than seeking complete knowledge of a field.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Office workers who want light reading in fragmented time
Middle school and university students who enjoy short essays and humanistic stories
General readers who need to relax and find solace in life
Long-term subscribers who collect periodicals and prefer print browsing

Not a good fit for

Readers who need systematic study of a professional field or theory
Fiction readers who prefer long-form narrative and continuous plotting
Readers seeking highly timely in-depth news analysis

Reading tips

You need not read from start to finish; choose pieces that interest you from the table of contents and keep a relaxed attitude.
Two or three pieces at a time is enough; pause after reading and note down lines that resonate.
Swap readings with family or friends and discuss your differing views on the same article.
Keep it by the bed or in your bag as waiting-time reading, letting reading blend naturally into daily life.

版权信息
卷首语
大幕拉开
文苑
爱的拯救
雪地上的天竺葵
叫卖
致寝前人语
秋风
黄金风景
猫话
黄昏倒出它全部的温柔
人物
天真生产力
被贫困禁锢的朱元璋
和博尔赫斯一起自驾游
卡夫卡发明安全帽
天成”之作
一字之情
社会
重塑雕像的意义
阅读——生命的突围
为什么我们还是需要书
“富不过三代”这回事
护心之心
好一个“苟富贵，无相忘”
为了女儿，我决定考研
人生
邝阿姨的舞蹈课
陪护老董
祖母的记忆底片
携手上河梁
白雪少年
后谕时代
自行了断
生活
怎样才算是“好好吃饭”
麦当劳理论
不必交谈的时刻
记忆的滤镜
救命的约会
无杂不欢
好好生活
无有一笔不珍重
完美的车门
文明
虎鲸的反击
贵贱花翎
往事
为什么电影里的赌场没有窗户
在战争中创造
两不相谢，彼此扶持
李白和杜甫谁更牛
悦读
漫画与幽默
漫画创意
岁月如歌
点滴
好睡
见笑
一个人不会受到所有人的夸奖
循环论法
特殊的重逢
无题
分身有术
偏见
生气
我们的右脚
心中那个可以疗伤的地方
无所不包，却一无所有
语丝

FAQ

Is this periodical suitable for reading in one sitting?

Not really. It consists of many independent articles of varying subjects and lengths, better suited to dispersed reading. Reading too much at once easily causes fatigue and makes it hard to savor. Choosing two or three pieces at a time and pausing afterward lets you appreciate the meaning in the writing more fully and remember what truly moved you.

Can someone who has never read Reader start directly with this issue?

Yes. Each issue is basically made up of independent pieces and does not depend on prior context, so newcomers can open it and read. Its selection style is relatively stable; this issue can serve as an entry point for understanding the magazine’s taste, and whether you enjoy it can also help you decide whether to continue subscribing or borrowing other issues.

How is this periodical different from a book?

A periodical mainly compiles many short pieces periodically, with diverse subjects and limited length per piece, emphasizing casual browsing and wide exposure; a book usually develops around one theme, with a more systematic structure and deeper discussion. If you want to encounter many topics in a short time and keep reading light, a periodical is more suitable; if you want to master a field systematically, choose the corresponding book.

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About the author

Editorial Department of Readers Author

The Editorial Department of Readers is the editorial unit of the Readers Magazine Press responsible for editing and publishing Readers. Founded in Lanzhou in March 1981 and sponsored by Readers Publishing & Media Co., Ltd., Readers is known as "a spiritual reader for the Chinese people" and has accumulated a circulation of over 2.1 billion copies. The department handles topic planning, manuscript selection and publication of the magazine. The database contains 262 of its editorial works, with representative issues including Nos. 16 to 23 of 2023. Based on available materials, public information about the department's specific staffing, history and operational details is limited; its profile is mainly presented through the ongoing issues of Readers, through which it has exerted a steady and broad influence on readers by conveying warm stories, humanistic essays and reflections on life.