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Green Book: A Journey Through the Identity Dilemma of Black Americans in the 1960s
In 2019, the film “Green Book” directed by American director Peter Farrelly won the Oscar for Best Picture in one fell swoop. With a journey south that coexisted with tears and warmth, it once again revisited the contradiction between black identity and white mainstream culture. onto the screen. The film adopts a dual-male protagonist approach, colliding with the careless white Tony and the smooth-talking black Dr. Shirley. It uses two perspectives, “black” and “white”, with Dr. Shirley as the epitome. , showed the audience the hesitation and confusion of the American black community in the 1960s when facing the two cultures of “black” and “white”. ”Green Book” is not a…
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Hilary Putnam: A Philosopher Who Changed His Mind
On March 13, 2016, Hilary Whitehall Putnam (1926-2016), professor of philosophy at Harvard University, died at home at the age of 90. Putnam is well-known in European and American academic circles and was once hailed as “the living fossil of American philosophy.” He has drawn a magnificent philosophical map for us with 24 monographs and more than 300 papers. His academic advantages span mathematics, philosophy, psychology, computer science and other disciplines, and he has made outstanding achievements in philosophical branches such as mathematical philosophy, philosophy of mind, and philosophy of language. Putnam changed his academic stance many times and had the courage to revise his views, so much so that…
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Madame de Staël: A Pioneering Feminist and Social Critic Who Defied Patriarchal Culture
During the French Revolution in the 18th century, numerous eminent personalities emerged, yet exceptional women were scarce. When they transcended the shackles of traditional patriarchal culture and emerged, they displayed extraordinary valor, intellect, and tenacity in the world. Madame de Staël (1766-1817), this cultural colossus who adorned French history with myriad epithets: trailblazer of the European Romantic literary movement, pioneer of feminist literature, social critic, political activist, and “ideologist” “Queen,” was also hailed as one of the most brilliant women of her era. A gifted woman nurtured in a salon The original name of Mrs. Starr was Anna-Louise Germain Necker, affectionately known as Germaine, born in Paris in 1766. Her…
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Darwin, Wallace and Huxley: The Three Great Pioneers of Evolutionary Theory
When Darwin reached his forties, he had clandestinely delved into the theory of evolution for over two decades. During this juncture, he received an epistle from the youthful scientist Wallace, which enclosed a handwritten scientific treatise aligning remarkably with Darwin’s theory of evolution. Wallace beseeched Darwin to assist in transmitting his valuable perspectives to Sir Lyyle, should Darwin deem them worthy. Presenting a predicament to Darwin, he found himself torn between preserving Wallace’s trust and relinquishing years of meticulous research to him. After profound contemplation, Darwin dispatched Wallace’s manuscript to Ryle, accompanied by a laudatory missive endorsing Wallace’s viewpoints, and implored Ryle to aid in the publication of Hua Lei’s…
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The Disappearing Pyramid Guide – A Mysterious Journey in Mexico
Many friends have watched that video, and I am not lying. In the video, the collapsed pyramid lies in ruins at Chichen Itza. Apart from the pyramid, apart from the vague path leading to the top of the pyramid, and the wild vegetation among the stones and mounds of earth, there is only commentary implanted like a voice-over. The man spoke English at the time, and he said he would come several times every year to bring friends with him to take a look. I asked him: “What is a destined person?” He said: “For example, you.” There were two sentences in the video that were said very suddenly and…
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Tree Snails Released Back to Polynesia After 30 Years: Can They Restore Ecological Balance?
“In the month of April in the year 2023, a grand total of 5,000 Polynesian tree snails (hereinafter referred to as tree snails) embarked on a momentous journey spanning an astounding distance of 15,000 kilometers by means of air travel. Their final destination was none other than the majestic islands of Moorea and Tahiti, nestled within the enchanting realm of French Polynesia. These resplendent snails, on the brink of extinction upon the Polynesian isles, have been the subject of unwavering scientific endeavors spanning three decades, all aimed at restoring their vibrant existence. Tree snails, indigenous denizens of the Polynesian islands, possess a diminutive stature, measuring less than 2.5 centimeters in…
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Rachel Carson: The Gentle Warrior Who Awakened the Modern Environmental Movement
With a tranquil demeanor, Rachel Carson does not appear to be a trailblazer who dares to revolutionize the world, yet she employs scientific concepts “fortified” by literature to rouse the world’s perception of nature, devoid of any hint of modesty or condescension. Carson was born in the petite town of Spring Creek, Pennsylvania. Her mother’s melodic aptitude and reverence served as the spiritual nourishment she assimilated from an early age. During her formative years at a women’s college, Carson fearlessly transitioned to the field of biology. Simultaneously, her affection for reading and writing, coupled with her acute intellect, rendered her almost destined to become an “ecological writer.” In 1932, Carson…
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My New Life: Unpacking, Painting, and Growing
I embarked on solitary living. My abode occupies the fifth level, where my minuscule existence remains concealed. The climate is delightful, for it is the balmy season of spring. Its zephyr emerges through crevices, and the illumination is exceedingly faint, gently alighting upon the beige drapes. This fabric, adorning the curtains, was initially preserved by my grandmother. Similar to me, she possesses an affinity for accumulating trifles. Gradually, an abundance of possessions amasses, inundating the entire cabinet with seemingly “useless” items. Nonetheless, we perpetually assert: “They shall prove useful when the need arises!” Indeed, my rental abode is devoid of any belongings; everything is immaculately white, while the verdant grass…
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From “Dumb Kid” to Model Student: My Journey of Overcoming Academic Challenges
My academic performance has not been very proficient since I was a child. Elementary calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division were repeated, yet few were accurate; Chinese pinyin was learned repeatedly, but it took a considerable amount of time to recognize it; even in aesthetic education courses such as music, I was admonished by the teacher for my lack of musicality. I cannot fathom why, but during that period, I resembled a dauntless unicorn with exceedingly limited aptitude. Despite the hardships each day presented, I remained sanguine, engaging in a clandestine competition with myself, firmly convinced that I was the most formidable warrior. As I matured, a clearer understanding…
