For the love of books
Updated: 2012-04-23 16:40
(chinadaily.com.cn)
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April 23 is UNESCO World Book and Copyright Day. First started in 1995, this yearly event has now celebrated its 17th birthday. As a means of promoting reading, this year the day has been embraced in many ways throughout China.
Street performers help promote World Book and Copyright Day in Shenyang, Liaoning province, April 23, 2012.[Photo/CFP] |
An ATM-like 24-hour library is put into use in Changsha, Hunan province, April 23, 2012. [Photo/Xinhua] |
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