Building a better Chinese collection for the Library of Congress

Building a better Chinese collection for the Library of Congress

by Chi Wang

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"In this collection of essays written by the former head of the Library of Congress Chinese Collection, Chi Wang chronicles the modest beginnings of the Chinese Collection at the Library of Congress and his crusade to transform it into the largest collection and Chinese cultural presence outside Asia."--Publisher's description.

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    How does Chi Wang’s personal journey and dedication reshape your understanding of how major cultural and historical institutions are actually built from the ground up?

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    Chi Wang champions the idea of libraries as vital bridges between different cultures; how has a book, archive, or specific collection ever served as a cultural bridge in your own life?

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