Introduction to Modern Chinese Literary Works. Volume 1: 1917-2000

Author: Liu Xiang'an
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This book is a teaching reference guide for 20th-century Chinese literature. It is a supplementary textbook for the "Five-Year Plan" national-level teaching materials "History of Modern Chinese Literature (1919-2000)" and "Selected Works of Modern Chinese Literature (1919-2000)" published by the Ministry of Education. It can also be used as a companion to other similar textbooks on modern and contemporary Chinese literature. The book selects nearly 300 representative works of modern and contemporary Chinese literature based on the needs of teaching and learning in universities, providing relevant important materials for interpreting these works:
1. Important self-descriptions by the authors regarding these works;
2. Concise excerpts of significant critical views on the works over the years, including different perspectives on the works from different periods, reflecting important understandings of the works at different times. These provide academic debate materials that help broaden diverse perspectives and open-minded thinking, reforming the teaching of modern and contemporary Chinese literature.
3. A directory of important research monographs. The book is rich in detailed information and extensive content. With one volume in hand, you can gain a comprehensive view of a century of Chinese literary research and a collection of insightful critiques from scholars across the country.