State of the World from NPR cover image

What a Long Lost Typewriter Says About Chinese Culture

State of the World from NPR

00:00

The Rediscovery of a Cultural Artifact: A Chinese Typewriter's Impact

This chapter explores the discovery of a prototype Chinese typewriter by Lin Yutang, emphasizing its historical significance and the challenges of preserving the Chinese language. Experts dissect its design while revealing the interconnectedness of technology, language, and national identity in China's turbulent history.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app