The picture book narrates the intricate and thrilling story of Zhang Cheng's endeavor to construct a Confucian temple, featuring a plot filled with twists and turns. The narrative vividly portrays characters such as the "good person" represented by Zhang Cheng, the "villain" epitomized by Wang Cai, and the "wise figure" symbolized by the old fisherman, each contributing to the rich tapestry of the story.
This tale not only highlights the national spirit of the Chinese craftsmanship ethos—characterized by dedication, focus, a pursuit of excellence, and meticulousness—but also embodies a humanistic concern for retribution between good and evil. It promotes the fine traditions of the Chinese people, emphasizing integrity and selfless assistance to others. The engineering elements depicted in the story, such as the "Fish-Lifting Beam" and the "Earthen Mound Pavilion," effectively showcase the allure of Chinese culture.
Wang Yixin is a Master's degree holder and a best-selling author. He serves as a mentor at the University of Southern California and as a visiting professor at Xi'an Foreign Affairs University, in addition to being an external mentor at Taishan University of Science and Technology and Jinzhong Information College. He is a member of the Shaanxi Writers Association, the Chinese Novel Association, and the Jiangsu Writers Academy, as well as a trainee at the Lu Xun Academy of Literature.
Wang has translated and published 12 books, including "The Self and the Ego," "The Odyssey," "Hofburg Palace," "Royal Palace of Madrid," "Alhambra," "Encyclopedia of Cats," and "The History of Visual Arts of Nintendo." Additionally, he has authored and published 22 works, such as "Biography of Su Xun," "Biography of Yang Jiang," "Gaslight Effect," "Watching National Treasures with Children," and "Comic Water Margin for Kids." His writings have appeared in over a hundred publications, including notable magazines such as "Zhiyin," "Yanhe," "Meiwen," and "Peony." He has been recognized with honors, including being named one of the Fourth Batch of Shaanxi Young Literary Stars.