[Explanation] On July 20, the 32nd Hong Kong Book Fair officially opened at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. As one of the celebrations of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the theme of this year's book fair is "History, Culture, and Urban Writing". The excellent works of different writers present the historical stories and cultural charm of Hong Kong from multiple perspectives.
[Explanation] It is reported that this year's Hong Kong Book Fair is organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, bringing together more than 700 exhibitors from Hong Kong.
On the opening day, the reporter saw at the scene that a large number of Hong Kong citizens lined up at the entrance of the exhibition hall.
More citizens told reporters that they had queued early for ten consecutive years and were the first to enter the venue almost every year.
[Concurrent] Mr. Du, a Hong Kong citizen
This year (mood) is very exciting. It has been in the ranking for 10 years. I don't know if there is a chance to be ranked next year, because I may not have the energy to rank first, but I will definitely support Lin Yongchen's book as before.
[Concurrent] Hong Kong student Li
I haven't been here for a long time. Let's take a look this year. There are many people as soon as you enter the door.
[Concurrent] Hong Kong student Wang
They are all (want to buy) the book Little Potato Eggplant, because this theme is about Hong Kong, so that more people can recognize the history of Hong Kong.
[Concurrent] Miss Li, a Hong Kong citizen
Because (Book Fair) buys a book, you will get a lucky bag, so I have to come early today, (I want to buy) this book is actually about low-sugar diet, which is all-round fat loss, then I know that (Book Fair) is published. I want to buy this book even more, because there are some recipes in it that teach me how to cook, so I must buy it.
[Explanation] In addition to literary works and historical readings, there are also after-school tutoring, newspapers and magazines, professional books, etc.
Less than an hour after the opening, citizens lined up to buy books. Ou Lier, assistant general manager of Tiandi Books, told reporters that more booths have been added this year than before, and it is hoped that more citizens will come to visit in the next few days.
[Concurrent] Ou Lier, Assistant General Manager of Tiandi Library
We have 27 booths at Tiandi Books this year, mainly books by our famous writers, as well as different kinds of books on social life, as well as some children's books.
(Passenger flow) is all right. Today is the (Hong Kong college entrance examination) ranking day, which is a little better than expected. I thought that today is the (college entrance examination) ranking list, and there will be less people (maybe), but it is alright. I hope there will be more time. Time like Saturday and Sunday will be more crowded.
Reporter Luo Siyu Luo Qianqian Liangyuan Hong Kong
Responsible editor: [Fang Jialiang]