Western Perspectives on Eastern Literature and Art

Author: Li Ping
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: If ceramics, silk, theater, and painting arts are relatively intuitive yet still require a thoughtful appreciation, then literary arts demand careful contemplation. Could the Hundred Schools of Thought, Tang and Song poetry, Tang and Song legends, and novels be understood by Westerners centuries ago? Could they grasp the wisdom, humor, and philosophy embedded in the words of Easterners? The author of this book has collected a wealth of relevant materials and, with vivid writing, narrates from a unique perspective the views of Westerners, particularly scholars, on Eastern literary arts, as well as the influence of Eastern literary arts on Western literature. The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes and interesting stories. Through this book, readers not only gain insight into the impact of Eastern literary arts on the West but also feel the pride of being Chinese, a nation with a long history and splendid culture.