| Mr. Li Ka-shing is living proof that
Knowledge Reshapes Destiny. "My father died when I was just
12 years old. As the eldest of three, I had to shoulder the responsibility
of providing for my family. I had to quit school, but I didn't
give up learning. I couldn't afford to buy new books, so I
bought used books and traded them for other used books."
Decades have passed, and Mr. Li continues to seize every moment
to read and to learn. He firmly believes that Knowledge Reshapes
Destiny, and wants to disseminate this message throughout society.
As part of this effort, the Foundation sponsors reading programs
regularly and recommends quality books to the public, including
the following:
| 13) Dreaming Big |
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Four Great Dreams of Youth |
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Shantou University Press |
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The first great dream is to establish
one’s values and expectations in life.
The second great dream is to seek teachers and peers who can
share one’s achievements and provide encouragement and
understanding.
The third great dream is to continue lifelong learning and develop
a sound career.
The fourth great dream is the pursuit of love. |
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| 14) Global Warming |
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An Inconvenient Truth |
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Al Gore |
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Former Vice President Al Gore's New
York Times #1 bestselling book is a daring call to
action, exposing the shocking reality of how humankind
has aided in the destruction of our planet and the future
we face if we do not take action to stop global warming.
Dramatic full-color photos, illustrations, and graphs combine
with Gore's effective and clear writing to explain global
warming in very real terms: what it is, what causes it,
and what will happen if we continue to ignore it. An
Inconvenient Truth will change the way young people
understand global warming and hopefully inspire them to
help change the course of history.
Both the book and a documentary film of the same name were
inspired by a series of multimedia presentations on global
warming that Gore created and delivers to groups around the
world. The film received an Oscar for “Best Documentary.” |
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