More than 150 Chinese authors and scholars, 300 artists and 700 publishing representatives attended the fair, demonstrating their works and seeking book and copyright trading opportunities.
Mo Yan, a renowned Chinese author, said previous guest of honor nations had sent far smaller delegations. "Chinese authors are earnestly looking outside China and trying to learn from authors of other nations. Many also went to pay tribute to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe by visiting his former residence."
Tie Ning, president of the Chinese Writers' Association, said the Frankfurt fair offered a platform for authors from around the world. "We need this bridge to link us, especially in this era of the Internet, when people's attention is broken into brief intervals and reading books is no longer a habit for many," she said.
Every year since 1988, the Frankfurt Book Fair has also organized an international book exhibition in which publishing companies from around the world present their titles relating to the guest of honor. As part of the guest of honor's presentation this year, the fair offered publishing companies the opportunity to display their current translations from Chinese literature, as well as titles on Chinese culture, history and life today, at a sub-exhibition.
The six-day fair attracted 7,300 exhibitors from more than 100 nations and regions, drawing some 300,000 visitors.
Editor: Feng Hui
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