Go weiqi, life's hundred flavors

Author: Xu Hun Du Heng
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Go is a traditional Chinese game of entertainment. However, since Ban Gu's Yizhi, people have not only sought to understand the principles of Go itself but have also produced an endless stream of poetry and prose that theoretically interpret Go culture, gradually transforming Go from an early form of entertainment into a deeply influential cultural form in Chinese social life. This book can be considered the lingering echoes of such poetry and prose in contemporary society. The author selects numerous topics related to Go and presents them in a "casual discussion" style, rooted in the present, providing concise interpretations of Go in relation to all aspects of Chinese culture. There are discussions on the origins of Go, basic Go terminology, and even an overview of Go thinking. The author possesses a comprehensive understanding of both ancient culture and modern society, and being deeply passionate about Go, his writing is clear, logical, and accessible, offering insightful and enlightening perspectives on both the game and its principles. The book also includes dozens of exquisite historical Go illustrations scattered throughout the text, like pearls. For those who love Go and are interested in Chinese cultural life, this book is a must-read.