Reborn Bao Guowei, I really didn’t want to be a great writer!

Chapter 191 Can America be saved?
Beiping.

Yenching University.

This place was once an abandoned garden belonging to a former Qing prince. Later, under the impetus of the American Leighton Stuart, it became the site where Yenching University was founded, and the school motto of "Freedom through Truth to Serve" was established.

Stuart himself commented without humility.

“Everyone who visits Yenching University praises Yenching University as the most beautiful campus in the world – it helps deepen students’ feelings for the school and its internationalist ideals.”

At the beginning of the year, Qian Mu, a master of Chinese studies, had just published "Chronology of Liu Xiangxin and His Son" and became famous, and was hired as a Chinese lecturer by Yenching University.

But in fact, this master of Chinese studies was one of the four famous historians in the Republic of China.

He promoted traditional Chinese culture throughout his life and was honored as a "grand master" by the academic community.

It is worth mentioning that Qian Mu was still the queen of Wu Su, the Taizu of Wuyue Kingdom.

In recent years, with the influx of various Western academic trends, coupled with the increase in international students.

"A rabble." Leighton Stuart, who also often reads, added.

Qian Mu felt that his words were stuck in his throat, which was one of his long-standing worries.

Qian Mu then said: "Mr. Principal, in fact, Bao Guowei's idea is that with China's vast land, rich resources, and complex ethnic composition, a centralized system should be established just like during wartime. This in itself is an attack on democracy. This is a perfect way to prevent the country from making outrageous decisions due to the mob.”

He could only argue: "Maybe it's because the country has not been stable."

The scope of Qian Mu's reading and research has broadened from Chinese history to foreign political history, as well as research and reference on foreign historical disciplines.

Stuart pointed to a hardcover book on the table and said.

"It's a bit extreme." Qian Mu shook his head and said. "Actually, the book introduces it in detail. Extraordinary measures are used in extraordinary times, and there are wartime methods in wartime."

Stuart thought about it for a moment and said with approval: "That's true."

Today's various factions, like the previous warlords, are almost all so-called commander-in-chief and generals, and they regard talents as nothing, let alone human rights.

Stuart nodded, did not continue, and changed the subject.

"Yes." Qian Mu said decisively. "If I had to use a metaphor, I think it should be the American continent discovered by historians."

After a sudden pause, he stood up and stood in front of Qian Mu and said.

Qian Mu's face turned red and he explained excitedly.

Qian Mu slapped the table, which shocked Leighton Stuart. He was almost sixty years old, how could he withstand a sudden attack.

And Chang Kaishen, the most powerful person in the country, should not be mentioned again.

"Uh"

With great difficulty, Stuart finally understood the other party's explanation, his eyes lit up and he said.

Leighton Stuart might be able to remain calm now, but if he sees the subsequent criticism of the American political system or the Western system, he doesn't know what he will look like.

"It seems that Professor Qian has discovered something different. You can tell me about it. I am also reading the book "Guns, Germs and Steel"."

"Oh?" Stuart became interested and raised his eyes and asked. "Professor Qian recognized it, it must be a very powerful book."

"I didn't mean that, but if you want to understand it this way, it makes sense."

"Yes, that's the book "Guns, Germs and Steel". I read a speech by Bao Guowei some time ago. I was convinced. I also read the book "Guns, Germs and Steel" again. It can be said that I discovered a treasure. !”

"Mr. Principal, I think things are not as simple as outside rumors. I have been reading Bao Bingwen's articles and books, especially when it comes to history. I naturally have to read this book "Guns, Germs and Steel" .”

"Slow down, slow down! Professor Qian, my heart is not very good." Stuart waved his hands repeatedly.

"At first I read the book with the answer in mind. When I was reading, I always looked for evidence that Bao Guowei supported the 'dictator'. Later I discovered that I was being coerced by the consciousness of the group."

He put down the New York Times in his hand, with a smile on his face. He took off his glasses and said, "I know this Bao Guowei. The New York Times has reported it many times. He is highly regarded in the United States, but I don't know that you guys , why can’t we tolerate such a talent?”

Qian Mu took a deep breath and analyzed.

"In my opinion, this entry point is the essence of this book. He created another branch of sociology, and even another branch of history. Some people have already named it human history. In my opinion, Very apt.”

Qian Mu's face suddenly twitched, and he answered rigorously.

"Professor Qian means that the United States can take the same measures now?"

In the office, Leighton Stuart was wearing a pair of small rimless glasses. He had thick eyebrows, deep eyes, and his forehead was as bright as new.

These people are looking at everyone according to the emperor's standards.

A big nose hangs on his face, giving him a pure European and American appearance.

Americans are obviously very sensitive to the word "American continent".

"Snapped!"

"This book attempts to explain why certain civilizations are able to dominate and conquer other civilizations, and even the key factors in how each civilization rises."

In these days, following the storm of Bao Guowei's speech, this book has spread to almost all campuses in the country.

Almost everyone in the academic world was reading this book at the same time
They all wanted to take a closer look at how Bao Guowei, a good man who originally pursued democracy, turned into a "traitor" who supported a dictator?
After looking at the bookmark on the page, Qian Mu knew that the other party had just started reading, thinking to himself.

This is in line with Stuart's psychological expectations. After all, from his perspective, he has a good impression of Bao Guowei.

Leighton Stuart said with some worry: "But what you need to know, Professor Qian, is that many people outside the world agree on this. Their problem is that Bao has proposed a direction for China to move forward, and this direction deviates from the existing , this is the most worrying thing."

"Professor Qian actually has such a comment? Tell me quickly. I can't wait to know what happens next."

Obviously I don't want to have anything to do with this matter.

“In my opinion, the book puts forward core ideas, such as differences in geographical environment and environmental resources, which are the main reasons for the differences in the development levels of different civilizations. It also proposes a path forward for China in the future, which is also constructive.

Especially regarding interdisciplinary research methods, it provides a macro historical perspective and tells people the complexity and diversity of history."

Immediately afterwards, Qian Mu issued a series of comments with professional terminology.

But it was obvious that Leighton Stuart didn't really want to hear these long paragraphs of analysis. He just saw one of the key points.

Can the problem be solved?

Can it solve America’s current problems? Can it solve the impact of the Great Depression in the United States today?
And such a good thing!
Stuart suddenly became a little uneasy.

Looking at the book "Guns, Germs and Steel" on the table, I planned to read it all night.

"Brother Xun, don't read that book anymore. You've been up for several nights. Bingwenji has his own destiny, and he should have his own plans. As a senior brother, you have to take care of your own health first. That’s it.”

In the yard, Xu Guangping was holding Zhou Haiying while looking angrily at Brother Xun, who was drowsy with a book in his arms.

He had stayed up for several days in a row, just to study Bao Guowei's book, to the point of forgetting all sleep and food.

"The ancients often said that an elder brother is like a father, but you, my senior brother, worry like a master."

"Ahem!" Brother Xun made a fist with his hand, put it to his mouth and coughed several times before speaking clearly.

He frowned sharply and said: "If he is an ordinary junior disciple, I wouldn't be so concerned. Mr. Taiyan has many disciples, and I, as a senior disciple, can't take care of him."

"But Bingwen is very different."

Xu Guangping thought about it for a while, but agreed and said: "Bingwen is naturally very different. Mr. Taiyan's apprentice, he is the most outstanding among the younger generation."

"It's not just about being outstanding." Brother Xun waved his hand and said. "I once gave up medicine to study literature, but I saw clearly that studying medicine could not save China. These days, I see the future of China in Bingwen."

"Ahem." Brother Xun said urgently, coughed twice more and continued. "I have always seen Bingwen's every move. He is really a rare talent for the country. I, Zhou Shuren, have to work hard to be clear, but I still have to argue clearly with these people."

He tapped the page with his yellowed fingers.

"Since it is a debate, you must read the book, and you must read it carefully. Especially the controversial parts in it must be read carefully."

"Hey, I'm worried about your health." Xu Guangping said worriedly.

"It doesn't matter."

Brother Xun waved his hand, then picked up a pen and made a mark in the notebook.

Unable to defeat the other party, Xu Guangping could only shake his head and then went into the house to prepare food for him.

These days, Lin Yutang has recovered a lot. He sees the translated versions of "Alive" being put on bookshelves abroad one after another, and there are good sales reports one after another.

Not to mention how happy Lin Yutang was, he even held a family banquet and said.

"This is a small step taken by Bao Bingwen in literature, and it is also an important step taken by Chinese literature in the world literary world."

Even though he has not received any specific response, he still believes that this book "Alive" can achieve extraordinary achievements in the United States and even Western European countries!

But these days, Lin Yutang is obviously a little irritable.

Why does this Bao Guowei come up with new tricks all day long?
At the critical moment when Bao Guowei's works are exported overseas, if this kind of thing spreads overseas, it will also greatly affect the release and dissemination of the book "Alive".

After all, no Western readers would like a writer who supports a "dictator".

If something went wrong, Lin Yutang would have to go to the other party to settle the score.

You would definitely not be able to beat Bao Guowei if you beat him, and you might not be able to beat him if you scold him. After much deliberation, Lin Yutang had only one plan.

Bao Guowei has now moved to Shanghai. Go to his house and destroy the garden. Gather a few green onions in the vegetable garden and destroy a few flowers and plants to vent your anger!
This kid will never settle a score with himself because of something like this, right?

Lin Yutang has been a master of humor in history, and it is normal to have some offbeat thoughts.

But he never stopped working. He immediately bought "Guns, Germs and Steel", stopped studying the typewriter, and devoted himself to reading this book.

Combined with the recent controversies in the market, Lin Yutang was scratching his head when reading this book.

Sometimes I admire the content in the book very much and praise it with admiration.

Sometimes I find it unbelievable, looking through a lot of materials in the study, and sometimes I have to go to the library to look up information.

Occasionally, his anger surged, and he cursed and said that he wanted to destroy Bao Guowei's garden, but then he returned to the study and continued to study the book.

To this day, when Lin Yutang read the newspaper, he exclaimed.

"Zhou Shuren, have you published an article?"

The housekeeper A Fang has been responsible for helping Lin Yutang read the newspaper in advance. He summed it up simply.

"It's about Bao Guowei. Zhou Shuren wrote an article to refute the people in the market who are slandering the book "Guns, Germs and Steel". It seems to be very harsh."

"That's it! Zhou Shuren actually got the upper hand!"

Lin Yutang held the newspaper in his hand, his eyes quickly scanned the contents, and his hands trembled slightly.

"Sir, do you also support Bao Guowei?"

A Fang recently came to see Lin Yutang, admiring and criticizing at the same time, almost thinking that he was possessed by a ghost.

Lin Yutang's current attitude toward Bao Guowei was naturally uncertain.

"Haha!" Lin Yutang stuffed the newspaper back into the other person's arms. "Afang, what you said is right. When did I, Lin Yutang, not support Bao Guowei? I like this kid very much!"

A Fang's face twitched, and the gentleman seemed to have forgotten that he had been cursing in the study a few days ago, or that he had made strange remarks about taking away Bao Guowei's garden during dinner.

He saw Lin Yutang walking hurriedly to the study again, greeting him and saying.

"Afang, come here and help me quickly. Some of the information is not very detailed. Please help me find it out as soon as possible. The data in Bingwen's book is very detailed, so we can't miss it."

Al Fang could only sigh and replied.

"Yes, sir."

As time goes by, more and more people see the subtleties in Bao Guowei's works.

The public opinion that was originally suppressed gradually reversed with the demise of several masters one after another.

Bao Guowei was hiding in his yard in Shanghai, writing works such as "The Godfather", teasing his little wife Zhang Nianyue, and watching the ups and downs of public opinion.

My heart was calm, and I even felt a little interesting.

But because of this controversy, "Guns, Germs, and Steel" originally received a lot of attention, and this reversal is even more surprising.

In the following period, this book received great attention from academic researchers.

Not only has it been included in the must-read list for college students at home, it has even caused a huge wave abroad! ! !
(End of this chapter)