Our 1980s

Our Era of Passion - The major domestic events of the 1980s surged forth like tumultuous waves, etching the joys and sorrows of ordinary people's lives. We have compiled and selected a comprehensive collection of old news, as it is these events that guided the direction of a generation. We have also intentionally gathered some memories from the grassroots, for it is these collective memories that painted the profound backdrop of the 1980s

Our Carnival Season—The 1980s Pop Music Scene In the 1980s, the music industry, which had been dormant for years, finally ignited. Artists such as Teresa Teng, who hummed the "melodious tunes," Xu Xiaofeng, who sang softly, Fei Xiang, who set "a great fire," Luo Dayou, who sang "the four sorrows of rural sentiment," and Cui Jian, the father of rock who shouted "I have nothing at all," emerged. They were not only vibrant performers on stage but also creators of pop fashion. Fei Xiang, who set "a great fire," Luo Dayou, who sang "the four sorrows of rural sentiment," and Cui Jian, the father of rock who shouted "I have nothing at all," were indeed vibrant performers on stage and creators of pop fashion.

The 1980s was a decade of tremendous change, a coordinate abruptly positioned at the threshold of history. It symbolizes glory and dreams, struggle and endeavor, and *illustration*. "Everyone lives in their own century, yet not everyone can enter history or the literary history that narrates this century." The compilation of this book aims to present the most passionate decade of a century in its entirety to the readers, completing a collective feast of reminiscence. For those who personally experienced this era, we hope to revisit the emotions once felt together; for the "children" born after the 1980s, we aspire to restore for them a genuine and magnificent history. We imagine that in five, ten, or fifty years, there will be some eyes lingering on this book, brushing off the dust, and in astonishment, observing the path of a generation. How uplifting that would be!

Running on the Road of the 1980s—Fragments of Memories from the 1980s is the grand finale of this book. In this section, we attempt to construct a "delicate" castle, a sanctuary for weary souls seeking a place to rest. It presents to everyone the childhood games and daily life scenes of the 1980s, rendered in a grayish-white that evokes an ancient charm, as they are separated from contemporary life by a span of years, imbued with a sense of muted nostalgia. They resemble shattered colors and syllables, stubbornly showcasing their inherent inner strength to the readers. The final appearance of popular vocabulary, viewed today, may seem like a clumsy and laughable game, but looking back to the 1980s, they were undoubtedly the most modern and classic.

The Golden Age of Cinema—A Retrospective of the 1980s Screen features a collection of classic films from the 1980s, accompanied by some of the most striking scenes, complete plot summaries, and visual posters. While they may not be exquisitely luxurious, they represent the best interpretation of cinema itself. For instance, in "The Scarecrow," there is a vivid moment: "The family prepared a sumptuous dinner for the boss and his family, while the children outside watched with drooling mouths. The parent, Chen Kuo, told the children, 'Guests usually take a few bites and then put down their chopsticks; fish generally gets eaten on one side, leaving a lot behind.' The children naively believed this, but when the fish was openly flipped over, their heart-wrenching screams echoed at the door." We present these films to the readers in their entirety, hoping to evoke a sense of joy akin to racing through flowing light and shadow.

That day, lying in bed, I flipped through the thick manuscript until the desk lamp grew weary and the sky outside revealed a fish belly white. Another night passed like this; I lay down anxiously, my heart feeling as if it were pressed by a thousand pounds, unable to sleep. For more than half a year, I have been facing the computer screen daily, tapping on the keyboard, or writing on the readily available sheets of paper, often falling into the predicament of creative exhaustion, yet frequently experiencing unexpected surprises. We gallop along the lines of memory, believing that the destination is just ahead, only to find the beginning so difficult. For more than half a year, I have been facing the computer screen daily, tapping on the keyboard, or writing on the readily available sheets of paper, often falling into the predicament of creative exhaustion, yet frequently experiencing unexpected surprises. We gallop along the lines of memory, believing that the destination is just ahead, only to find the beginning so difficult. Words are a beautiful trap; they ignite your passion yet leave you with nowhere to cling. And now, this book is about to be published, and as the editor, we feel genuine joy.

Revisiting the Reading of the 1980s—Literary Memories of the 1980s In the 1980s, the literary world broke free from the cultural taboos imposed by the political repression of the 1970s, taking root in an open environment. A number of substantial and profound works emerged in serious literature, while popular literature was dominated by prominent authors such as Gu Long, Jin Yong, Qiong Yao, Yi Shu, San Mao, and You Jin, marking an unprecedented prosperity compared to the weakened literary scene of the 1970s. The foundation was further enriched by the "Obscure Poetry" of the 1980s, which turned poetry into a feast of imagination, allowing for an infinite release of expression through language. In today's decline of poetry, we ought to remember those "predecessors" who toiled hard on the fractured fields: Shi Zhi, Bei Dao, Gu Cheng, Hai Zi, and Shu Ting

The 1980s have already concealed themselves in a warm and comfortable cave, waiting for future generations to unlock the cage of time and reunite with it once more. Every person who experienced that era holds the key in their palm, yet many have placed too much emphasis on the joys of the present, easily leaving it behind in the darkness, watching it rust away bit by bit. Now, we pick it up, open the heavy gate, and nervously step into that era, attempting to seek out its history, as well as the anxiety, tears, happiness, and laughter of people as they brushed through the branches and leaves. These things we once thought we could hold onto, along with the beloved landscapes, will ultimately fade away in the moment we turn around. Only by salvaging and recording them, and placing them a position in our chaotic minds, can those brilliant civilizations avoid falling into oblivion and have the possibility of once again releasing their radiant brilliance. These things we once thought we could hold onto, along with the beloved landscapes, will ultimately fade away in the moment we turn around. Only by salvaging and recording them, and placing them a position in our chaotic minds, can those brilliant civilizations avoid falling into oblivion and have the possibility of once again releasing their radiant brilliance

Our Era of the Legend of the Condor Heroes—The 1980s: A Chronicle of Television in the 1980s, including TV dramas, animated series, the Spring Festival Gala, and television advertisements. Those TV dramas from many years ago may have faded from our memories like fleeting clouds, but I believe this book will evoke a sense of nostalgia in you. Additionally, the animated series that captivated our young eyes, as mentioned in the book, are like a piece of land that nourished our childhood; looking back on them feels like embarking on a journey filled with wonders.