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《看 ‧ 書》立即閱讀 Start Reading Regarding Books Now: https://libdigital.um.edu.mo/redirect/um_digital/991010536377106306 library.um.edu.mo lib_suggestion@um.edu.mo UM Wu Yee Sun Library Vol. 15 2026.06 Vol. 15 2026.06 Warm Narratives · Knowledge Illuminates: The University of Macau Launched the E-book Regarding Books How Far Can a Single Book Travel? At the University of Macau, knowledge resembles dandelion seeds—carried by the wind, crossing east and west, transcending national borders. They settle upon pages, into hearts, and onto the tips of our fingers. Jointly curated by the University of Macau Library and the Department of Art and Design under the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, the Regarding Books e-book was freely launched in early 2026! Spanning 500 Years of Civilization 67 Rare treasures selected from the Regarding Books special exhibition held at the University of Macau Museum of Art from May to September 2025, all featured items originate from the Library's precious collections. The selection encompasses manuscripts, woodblock prints, lithographs, printed books, maps, and more, presented in Chinese, English, Portuguese, and French. Covering a timeline from 1491 to the late 20th century, every page breathes history, and every word leaves a footprint of civilization. The Flow of Knowledge Across Its Six Chapters The intersection of East and West The spread of Western learning to the East The exchange of languages The transmission of cultural heritage The dissemination of customs and traditions The heartwarming condensed essence of East and West "Dandelion": Let Knowledge Flow Without Borders The dandelion serves as the book's central symbol. With the floral language of "Unstoppable love," it perfectly embodies the essence of knowledge: selfless, free, and transcending time, space, and boundaries. Immersive Multimedia Experience Reading Comes Alive! More than just rich text and images, the e-book embeds eight videos. Readers can click to play at any time, complemented by promotional materials from the physical exhibition, creating a truly immersive experience. ️ ️ Experiencing the Beauty of Ancient Books → The elegant charm of Chinese ancient books harmonizing with the ornate bindings of Western classics. → The visual tension of illustrations, the profound philosophy of texts, and the ingenuity of binding craftsmanship. → One page, one world; one book, one era—the unique allure of physical books continues to shine in the digital age. 19

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