Interpretation of the Cultural Spirit of Yuan Dynasty Drama

Author: Gao Yirong
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: The Yuan Dynasty was the golden age of Chinese opera, and Yuan (Yuan Dynasty drama) became a symbol of this era's literature with its unique style. It is not only a treasure of ancient Chinese literature but also a "living fossil" of Yuan Dynasty culture. This book uses modern perspectives to interpret its cultural spirit, helping people understand the distinctiveness of Yuan Dynasty culture compared to traditional culture. The book has several distinctive features: First, it adopts a novel perspective. Second, it offers a broad and comprehensive view, integrating both literature and history. One of the most prominent features of this paper is its academic breadth, blending literature, history, and philosophy to trace the cultural origins and evolution of Yuan. Third, it demonstrates a solid foundation in literature and a rich theoretical background. Classical literature research must not only draw on the achievements of predecessors and contemporaries but also encourage independent thinking and innovation. This paper effectively unifies both aspects. Fourth, it delves into history while reflecting on the present. By interpreting the texts of Yuan, the paper uncovers the cultural spirit embedded in Yuan that can be inherited by modern audiences.