Celestial Sphere and Earthly Square — A Collection of Prose on Go Culture

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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: What is Go? Go is competition, a game, an art, a captivating "wooden fox," black and white on paper, a book that carries memories, an understanding of life, or perhaps just a way of life. The sky is round, the earth is square, and humans reside in between. There is much to say about Go, and much to say about life. This collection of essays on Go culture provides a stage for heroes of the past and present to discuss the philosophy of Go. Here you will find ancient discussions on the art of Go, stories about Go matches, accounts of various Go players and events in the 20th century, and reflections on Go by people from all walks of life. There are dialogues, there are monologues. With voices clamoring, Go takes on countless moods and rich colors. "To observe the 19 lines of Go is better than reading 21 histories." The culture of Go in China is profound and enduring. By the bedside or on the desk, open this small book and listen to the gentle words of ancient and modern Go players and scholars. Perhaps you will often find something new, something meaningful: "How many thoughts are hidden, known without words between two hearts." Truly, it is endlessly delightful, a harmonious joy.