【中新社北京4月20日电】题：“汉字叔叔”理查德·西尔斯：在横撇竖捺中揭示中式之美的探索者
“汉字叔叔”理查德·西尔斯，一个对中国汉字有着深深热爱的美国汉学家，近日在北京接受了中新社的专访，分享了他数十年来对汉字研究的独特见解和感悟。这位不折不扣的汉字痴迷者，以其独特的视角和执着的精神，向世界展示了汉字的中式之美。
理查德·西尔斯，以其在线项目“汉字字源网”闻名，自1990年代初开始，他便致力于汉字的起源和演变研究。他的工作不仅仅停留在学术层面，更是通过数字化手段，使得全球对中国汉字感兴趣的公众得以便捷地探索汉字的奥秘。
“每个汉字都是一部微缩的历史，”西尔斯说，“它们的构造和演变，揭示了中国文化的深层脉络。”他以横撇竖捺的笔画为线索，深入剖析了汉字的形态变化，展现了汉字如何从甲骨文、金文一路发展至现代汉字，这一过程中的艺术性和文化内涵。
尽管汉字的复杂性曾让他倍感挑战，但西尔斯始终坚持不懈，他说：“汉字是连接过去与现在的桥梁，它们是了解中国历史和文化的钥匙。”他的研究不仅为学术界提供了宝贵的资源，也为全球公众打开了一扇了解中国文化的窗口。
“汉字叔叔”的故事激励着更多人去欣赏汉字的美，理解其背后深厚的文化底蕴。他的工作，如同一座桥梁，连接了东西方，使得世界对中国传统文化有了更深的认识和尊重。
作为一位非华裔的汉字研究者，理查德·西尔斯以其热爱和执着，向我们展示了汉字不仅是文字，更是一种艺术，一种文化传承。他的故事，无疑为全球文化交流增添了一抹独特的色彩。
英语如下：
**News Title:** “Uncle Hanzi” Richard Sears: An Explorer of Chinese Charm in Strokes and Structures
**Keywords:** Uncle Hanzi, Richard Sears, Beauty of Chinese
**News Content:**
**Beijing, April 20th – Xinhua News Agency** – “Uncle Hanzi,” Richard Sears, an American Sinologist with a deep passion for Chinese characters, recently granted an exclusive interview to Xinhua News Agency in Beijing, sharing his unique insights and experiences from decades of汉字 research.
Sears, an undoubted enthusiast of Chinese characters, has showcased the aesthetic appeal of Chinese calligraphy to the world with his distinctive perspective and unwavering dedication. Known for his online project, “Chinese Etymology,” he has been engaged in the study of the origins and evolution of Chinese characters since the early 1990s. His work transcends academia, as he utilizes digital tools to facilitate global access to the mysteries of Chinese characters.
“Each character is a microcosm of history,” says Sears. “Their construction and evolution expose the underlying threads of Chinese culture.” Tracing the strokes of horizontal, vertical, and oblique lines, he delves into the morphological changes of characters, illustrating their development from oracle bone script, bronze script, to modern characters, highlighting the artistry and cultural significance along the way.
Despite the complexity of the Chinese writing system, which initially posed a challenge, Sears persevered, stating, “Characters are bridges connecting the past and present, keys to understanding Chinese history and culture.” His research has not only enriched academic resources but also opened a window for the global public to appreciate Chinese culture.
“Uncle Hanzi’s” tale inspires more people to admire the beauty of Chinese characters and comprehend their profound cultural foundations. His work serves as a bridge between East and West, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of China’s traditional culture.
As a non-Chinese researcher of Chinese characters, Richard Sears demonstrates that they are not just script, but also art and a vehicle of cultural heritage. His story adds a distinctive hue to global cultural exchange.
【来源】http://www.chinanews.com/gn/2024/04-20/10202661.shtml
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