World Classics of Prose - European Edition: The People of Southern Europe are a Great Miracle

Author: edited by Lü Tongliu
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Publishing Date: 1999-10-01
Features: In the field of literature, prose is a genre relative to verse. Generally, prose refers to texts that do not emphasize rhyme or parallelism. This collection, World Classics of Prose: Europe Volume · Southern Europe, strives to embody the principles of "breadth" and "depth." The term "breadth" refers to the time span covered, from ancient Greece and Rome to the 20th century, spanning over 2,500 years and covering a wide temporal range. It includes works from various countries in Southern Europe, such as Italy, Spain, Greece, Portugal, and Belgium (French). The term "depth" means that we break free from the conventional notion that prose is solely about "beautiful writing" or lyrical texts, and instead adopt a broader perspective on prose, encompassing large-scale prose. This includes historical narratives, scientific prose, political essays, literary criticism, speeches, prefaces, letters, and lyrical texts—all of which are included. This approach helps us understand the historical origins of European prose, its evolution, and its developmental trajectory. These rich and diverse texts provide knowledge, inspire minds, and cultivate character, helping us broaden our horizons, absorb nourishment, and gain benefits.