Chinese Poetry Cultivates Virtue: An Illustrated Edition

Author: Wang Weigang (Editor)
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Publishing Date: 2005-01-01
Features: A book that nurtures virtue, a heart of devotion. A single drop of blood dedicated, a boundless passion poured. A great person is written, a towering monument in heaven and earth. Unworthy of a drop of blood, no regrets for all living beings. — Editor
Ancient poetry, especially Tang poetry, is the essence of classical Chinese literature. It profoundly reflects and praises the fine moral qualities and life interests of the Chinese nation. This book employs this form, starting from the governance of virtue and strengthening moral cultivation, to carefully select and compile 80 ancient and modern poems, primarily Tang poetry, related in content. These poems are analyzed, annotated, and commented upon, accurately and vividly introducing their meanings to provide assistance to readers.
This book also reflects the lofty sense of social responsibility and noble sentiments of the contemporary Chinese intellectuals, including the compilers, who promote the excellent traditional culture of the nation, show concern for the country and its people, nurture the younger generation, and advocate for combating corruption and promoting integrity. It can serve as both a teaching reference and learning material for quality education, as well as a personal cultivation book for readers to broaden their knowledge and nurture their moral character.