Celestial Post Station

This is Su Cangshang's first collection of selected travel essays. Setting out from her island homeland and journeying all the way to the Southern Hemisphere, she encounters landscapes, people, and ultimately herself along the way-traces of her footsteps and reflections of her heart. Among the pieces, An Eye Called Xixi seamlessly blends the unique wetland beauty of Xixi, its temple culture, and its tradition of seclusion with the author's personal reflections. It vividly captures Xixi's vibrant natural beauty and profound cultural richness, leading some to describe it as "e;the vicissitudes of Jiangnan, the union of two Xixis."e; A Sheet of Paper delves into the intricate craftsmanship and preservation of ancient papermaking techniques, offering readers a profound appreciation for the enduring power and historical weight of China's outstanding traditional culture and intangible heritage. The author's vivid prose radiates a sword-like sharpness and strength, earning Su Cangshang's essays the accolade of "e;heavenly music among prose."e;