Light of Chinese Civilization (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Edited by Yuan Xingpei
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Publishing Date: 2005-03-01
Features: The large-scale series of television programs "The Light of Chinese Civilization" (150 episodes), jointly produced by the Center for the Study of Traditional Chinese Culture at Peking University and China Central Television (CCTV), has been broadcast on CCTV and has received widespread attention and acclaim. To better meet the intellectual aspirations of the audience and compensate for the fleeting nature of television programs, we have revised and edited the scripts of the 150 episodes into a book, published in two volumes. The authors, renowned scholars and professors from Peking University, cover a wide range of disciplines including philosophy, religion, literature, art, linguistics, historical phonology, folklore, astronomy, geography, science and technology, and cultural exchanges between China and the world. With their insightful and accessible writing style, the authors present the profound and vibrant traditional Chinese culture in a way that is enjoyable for both the educated and the general public. By reading this book thoroughly, readers will undoubtedly benefit greatly.