The book "Nghe An People": Spreading the values of studiousness, resilience and sharing

Not only recording memories, the book is like a "mental map" of the people of Nghe An - simple but resilient, affectionate but profound - so that each page once again awakens pride and responsibility for the homeland.

The publication “Nghe An People” is 584 pages thick, printed in 4 colors, with elegant hard cover. The book gathers hundreds of typical characters and stories, carefully selected, vividly recreating the character, bravery, intelligence and affection of Nghe An people through many generations.

In the cultural flow of Vietnam, Nghe An always appears both familiar and distinct: the spirit of perseverance in the face of difficulties, the spirit of studiousness, and the warm neighborly affection. “Nghe An People” – a collection of many authors edited by Mr. Nguyen Nhu Khoi – adds a lasting voice to that source, with everyday but touching stories.

Without elaborate rhetoric, the work chooses a simple narrative style, focusing on details of real people and real events. There are hard-working mothers, quiet teachers, soldiers, workers, farmers, businessmen… who have been and are weaving the face of Nghe An today.

The valuable point of “Nghe An People” lies in the way the book maintains balance: neither beautifying nor being sad. The author and editor-in-chief show readers the concerns of contemporary life – the story of making a living far from home, the changes in the countryside, the problem of preserving identity in the face of the wave of modernization – thereby suggesting a cultural attitude: respecting one’s roots to confidently integrate.

In terms of form, “Nghe An People” is carefully compiled, gathering the perspectives of many authors with flexible genres (diary, notes, portraits, etc.). The coherent structure allows readers to open any page and encounter a complete story. The book cover is minimalist, with a dark tone that evokes a classic feel, in keeping with the spirit of preserving and cherishing values.

Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Le Minh Hoan, when writing the introduction to the book, emphasized: “This book is not only an honor, but also a return trip. Back to the roots, to those who sowed the first seeds so that today we have cool shade trees. Each character in the book is like a flame, contributing to the common light, illuminating the mettle, character, intelligence and affection of the Nghe people. Those are the qualities of loyalty, studiousness, resilience, hard work, creativity and deep affection.”

Not only does “Nghe An People” introduce a book, it also inspires action. Many groups, businesses, and individuals in Nghe An have proactively purchased, donated, and distributed the book to schools, libraries, and family bookcases. For them, each book handed over is a message of pride and civic responsibility; a motivation for the young generation to nurture their dreams with knowledge and compassion.

In the context of digital transformation, “Nghe An People” shows the sustainable value of “reading culture” – which has been nurturing the foundation of morality, knowledge and community spirit. The work is not noisy, but quiet enough to calm down; not over-the-top, but strong enough to inspire. And when the last page is closed, what remains is not only the story of Nghe An, but also the story of Vietnamese identity: studiousness, resilience, and loyalty.

With the goodwill of companionship, many units plan to continue to coordinate to bring “Nghe An People” into thematic activities, reading culture discussions, book donation programs for students, soldiers, workers, etc. so that the beautiful story can be spread widely. From a book, we have another bridge – between memory and the present, between the individual and the community, between the homeland and the Fatherland.

Source: https://cand.com.vn/Chuyen-dong-van-hoa/cuon-sach-nguoi-xu-nghe-lan-toa-gia-tri-hieu-hoc-kien-cuong-va-se-chia-i782751/