Group 1 - The First Financial Annual Humanities Book Selection started in 2017 and introduced a mid-year humanities book list for the first time during the Shanghai Book Fair this year [1] - The top ten books of the 2025 First Financial Mid-Year Humanities Book List include titles such as "The Nine Incense Sticks of Global History," "Life Like Morning Frost: Law, Society, and Women in 'Dream of the Red Chamber'," and "The Arab Sands" [1][26] - The editor-in-chief of First Financial, Yang Yudong, emphasized the importance of humanities reporting in financial media, stating that it reflects the spirit of humanity and is essential for understanding human history and social dynamics [2][1] Group 2 - Yang Yudong highlighted the need for long-termism and idealism in society, which cannot be found in short videos but only in books, reinforcing the necessity of humanities and social science reporting [2] - The book "The Nine Incense Sticks of Global History" by Yang Bin explores the interconnectedness of seemingly distant historical events and their impact on Chinese history, advocating for a global perspective in understanding Chinese culture [4][5] - "Life Like Morning Frost" by Ke Lan examines the intersection of literature and law in the context of "Dream of the Red Chamber," providing a new understanding of female characters through the lens of Qing Dynasty legal and social conditions [7][8] Group 3 - "The Violin Maker of Delft" by Ramón Andrés delves into the cultural, artistic, and scientific milieu of 17th-century Europe, using the life of a lesser-known artist to explore broader historical themes [10][11] - "The End of Fantasy: A Biography of Mu Dan" by Yi Bin presents the life and struggles of the poet Mu Dan, highlighting his contributions to modern Chinese poetry and translation [13][14] - "Source Code: Bill Gates' First Autobiography" reflects on Gates' early life and influences, emphasizing the importance of family and education in shaping his career [16][17] Group 4 - "Abao" tells the true story of a Miao woman who was trafficked and later wrote about her experiences to inspire her daughters, showcasing resilience and the power of storytelling [19][20] - "The Shadow of the Sun: A Journey into Africa" by Ryszard Kapuściński offers a unique perspective on African life and culture through the author's extensive travels and observations over 30 years [22][23][24] - "Finding the Right Words: A Story of Literature, Grief, and the Brain" explores the author's journey with her father's Alzheimer's disease, blending personal narrative with medical insights [30][31] Group 5 - "The Men Left Behind" by Richard V. Reeves discusses the challenges faced by men in modern society, including educational and occupational disparities, and suggests structural changes to address these issues [33][34]

财经媒体为什么坚持做人文阅读报道？人文书单发布现场，第一财经总编辑杨宇东作出回应。 一次旅行，除了"逛吃逛吃"，还可以有什么收获？ 对复旦大学国际关系与公共事务学院教授包刚升来说，收获是探访美国总统副总统万斯长大的小镇时，听到老邻 居们"吐槽"，了解到《乡下人的悲歌》一书里没有的最新状况。 对书评人、复旦大学新闻学院教授马凌来说，只要自己邂逅了、遇到了、被打动了，就够了。 对第一财经编委、新闻中心总监应民吾来说，收获是在博物馆里看到某件文物，与日常阅读互为印证时，那种心 领神会的愉悦。 8月15日晚，在上海展览中心友谊会堂友谊厅，这三位嘉宾在"纸上行旅——第一财经年中人文书单发布暨主题沙 龙"上，分享了他们对于阅读和旅行的所思所感。 活动现场，第一财经总编辑杨宇东还回应了不少读者的疑问：第一财经作为专业的财经媒体，为什么要坚守人文 阅读领域报道？ 在路上理解历史和现实 美国记者彼得·海斯勒是打开中国读者视野的作家之一，他的《寻路中国：从乡村到工厂的自驾之旅》《江城》等 都有广泛影响力，马凌说："他用我们比较熟悉的新闻写作的方法行走、观察和记录中国社会，既让人感到亲切， 又能够勾画出一个时代的画像。" 作为政治 ...

Group 1 - The article discusses the impact of current global challenges such as tariff shocks, wildfires in Southern Europe, and the ongoing competition in artificial intelligence on the capital markets, likening it to a relentless heatwave [2] - It introduces a curated summer reading list for 2025, featuring ten books across various fields including economics, business, and culture, aimed at providing readers with "cool reflections" during the hot summer [2] - The book "Deep Reform: China's Economic Dilemmas and Breakthroughs" by Yin Yanlin focuses on the key contradictions in China's economic operation and seeks pathways for high-quality development through a problem-oriented approach [4] Group 2 - "The Big Cycle: Why Nations Go Bankrupt" by Ray Dalio addresses the imminent debt issues and potential collapse of the monetary system, summarizing the "big debt cycle" and its five stages based on a century of research on 35 currency markets [7] - "Money and Government: A Challenge to Mainstream Economics" by Robert Skidelsky emphasizes the unpredictability of economic activities and critiques the new classical economics, advocating for a better understanding of the roles of money and government in economic order [10] - "The Shadow of the Sun" by Ryszard Kapuściński provides a unique perspective on Africa, showcasing the continent's beauty and the struggles of its people through the eyes of a journalist who reported from various conflict zones [26]