Australian Office Donates Selected Picture Books to National Museum of Taiwan Literature, Adding New Chapter to Taiwan-Australia Literary Exchange
The Australian Office donated 50 selected picture books to the National Museum of Taiwan Literature, marking a new chapter in Taiwan-Australia literary exchange. Representatives from both sides attended the ceremony, and further cultural and educational cooperation is expected.
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(Central News Agency reporter Chiu Tsu-yin, Taipei, 1st) The Australian Office donated 50 selected picture books to the National Museum of Taiwan Literature (NMTL), including the global bestseller "Possum Magic" which has sold 2 million copies. A book donation ceremony was held yesterday, adding a new chapter to Taiwan-Australia literary exchange.
According to a press release from NMTL, Robert Fergusson, Representative of the Australian Office, personally attended the book donation ceremony, and NMTL Director Chen Ying-fang accepted the donation on behalf of the museum.
Chen Ying-fang stated in her speech that this is the third time NMTL's "Story United Nations" event has invited the Australian Office to cooperate. Starting last year, NMTL also initiated an indigenous writer exchange program with the Melbourne City of Literature Office, with poet Temu Suyan participating. This year, Temu Suyan will also participate in Australia's important indigenous literary festival, Blak & Bright Festival.
Chen Ying-fang expressed that NMTL will continue to recommend Taiwanese indigenous writers to Australia and invite important Australian writers recommended by the Melbourne City of Literature Office to participate in the Taiwan Writers Festival in November. In the future, NMTL will further deepen bilateral Taiwan-Australia exchanges on the existing foundation, making literature and reading the most powerful bridge connecting both sides.
Robert Fergusson stated in his speech that Tainan is a multicultural, agriculturally rich, and vibrant city, which resonates highly with Australia's cultural temperament. Both sides have maintained close exchanges for a long time. This time, many classic Australian children's literature and award-winning illustrated works were specially introduced to convey the joy of reading and cultural values to the next generation. He hopes that through this Australian picture book exhibition and subsequent activities, cultural and educational exchanges between the two sides will be deepened.
NMTL stated that the donated books will be displayed in the "Australian Picture Book Zone" at NMTL's Literary Park, and two storytelling events are planned for September to October. Books such as "Possum Magic" and "Edward the Emu" will be selected, and Australian instructors will be invited to guide children through fun hands-on activities and cultural experiences. (Edited by: Chen Jen-hua) 1150501
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(Central News Agency reporter Chiu Tsu-yin, Taipei, 1st) The Australian Office donated 50 selected picture books to the National Museum of Taiwan Literature (NMTL), including the global bestseller "Possum Magic" which has sold 2 million copies. A book donation ceremony was held yesterday, adding a new chapter to Taiwan-Australia literary exchange.
According to a press release from NMTL, Robert Fergusson, Representative of the Australian Office, personally attended the book donation ceremony, and NMTL Director Chen Ying-fang accepted the donation on behalf of the museum.
Chen Ying-fang stated in her speech that this is the third time NMTL's "Story United Nations" event has invited the Australian Office to cooperate. Starting last year, NMTL also initiated an indigenous writer exchange program with the Melbourne City of Literature Office, with poet Temu Suyan participating. This year, Temu Suyan will also participate in Australia's important indigenous literary festival, Blak & Bright Festival.
Chen Ying-fang expressed that NMTL will continue to recommend Taiwanese indigenous writers to Australia and invite important Australian writers recommended by the Melbourne City of Literature Office to participate in the Taiwan Writers Festival in November. In the future, NMTL will further deepen bilateral Taiwan-Australia exchanges on the existing foundation, making literature and reading the most powerful bridge connecting both sides.
Robert Fergusson stated in his speech that Tainan is a multicultural, agriculturally rich, and vibrant city, which resonates highly with Australia's cultural temperament. Both sides have maintained close exchanges for a long time. This time, many classic Australian children's literature and award-winning illustrated works were specially introduced to convey the joy of reading and cultural values to the next generation. He hopes that through this Australian picture book exhibition and subsequent activities, cultural and educational exchanges between the two sides will be deepened.
NMTL stated that the donated books will be displayed in the "Australian Picture Book Zone" at NMTL's Literary Park, and two storytelling events are planned for September to October. Books such as "Possum Magic" and "Edward the Emu" will be selected, and Australian instructors will be invited to guide children through fun hands-on activities and cultural experiences. (Edited by: Chen Jen-hua) 1150501
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