Macanese literature represents an awakening journey from the "periphery" toward "autonomy." In this lecture, 林中英 will offer an in-depth analysis of the evolution of Chinese-language literature in Macau: from the "transplanted" writings of Ming dynasty literati and officials who passed through as transient visitors, to the genuine "taking root" of local consciousness in the early twentieth century. Catalysed by a particular political environment, the new Chinese-language literature of Macau came into being, bearing witness to a literary transformation from early exploration and dependency to cultural awakening and independent self-determination. In addition to examining, from a broad perspective, how Macanese literature has established a distinctive cultural identity within the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macau Greater Bay Area, 林中英 will also return to her own rich creative viewpoint, sharing the profound insights and life experiences she has accumulated throughout her writing career.
About the Speaker: 湯梅笑
湯梅笑 was born in Macau. She holds a Master's degree in Literary Theory from the Department of Chinese Language and Literature at Jinan University. She formerly served as an editor of the supplement section at the Macao Daily News. She is a member of the Chinese Writers Association, the current President of PEN Macau, and Vice President of the Association for the Exchange of Chinese Culture. Her published works, released in Macau, Hong Kong, and mainland China, include the children's story The Giving Tree; the short story collections Cloud and Moon and One to One (a joint collection with 寂然); the essay collections How Many Times in Life Can One Laugh Heartily, Eyes Dimly Veiled, Abrus Precatorius, A Room of One's Own, A Woman's Solo, Rainbow Overhead, and Days Passing Gently; as well as the literary criticism collection Macau Narratives, among others.
地點：N座圖書館大樓N416
時間：4月22日 15:00-17:00
登記鏈接:https://activity-wechat-wmweb.must.edu.mo/activities/AC2604049
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Kindly Note:This event will commence with the launch ceremony of the 3rd “Lotus Cup” Reading and Essay Competition, together with the inauguration ceremony of the “Three Surplus Reading Club” (15:00–15:30). Upon the conclusion of the ceremony, the “Distinguished Speakers Forum” will formally begin.
Participants are respectfully requested to arrive and be seated promptly at 15:00.
