Classical opera and short stories: Modern Translation and Critique

Author: Gu Yisheng
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Publish Date: 2003-04-01
Features: This book selects 16 traditional dramas, 22 qu poems, and 29 classical and vernacular short stories to broaden students' reading scope, enhance their understanding of classical Chinese drama and short fiction, and improve their appreciation skills. The "Exquisite Masterpieces of Chinese Classical Literature Series" includes three volumes: poetry, prose, drama, and short fiction. It features carefully selected, exemplary works from the pre-Qin to the Qing Dynasty that are emotionally healthy and artistically captivating. The series is translated fluently and accurately by relevant experts and scholars, accompanied by concise annotations and engaging analyses, aiming to cultivate young people's patriotism and noble sentiments, expand their social knowledge, improve their reading and writing skills, and enhance their overall quality. The three volumes of this series can serve as supplementary reading materials for secondary school Chinese, act as a bridge for the transition from secondary to university-level Chinese, and be referenced by secondary school teachers, university faculty and students, and readers with similar educational backgrounds. The drama section of this book includes both traditional dramas and qu poems. These were once popular performance and singing literatures enjoyed by all social strata in ancient times. The selected works are outstanding and reflect the joys, sorrows, desires, and struggles of the general populace. The short fiction section of this book features carefully selected classical and vernacular short stories from various styles and periods, giving readers a general understanding of the landscape of this narrative literary field and allowing them to appreciate its brilliance and elegance.