Selected Poems from the Book of Songs

Author: Yang Yishao Ningning
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: In the history of Chinese literature, the tradition of the Book of Songs primarily lies in the tradition of Feng, Ya, and Bi. This tradition has had a long-term and profound influence on the development of Chinese literature, and even in modern times, it continues to be preserved in the works of outstanding writers. In a certain sense, the Book of Songs has become a must-read classic of the Chinese nation, a classic that is tied to the spiritual veins of the nation. This book is part of the Illustrated Classics of Chinese Poetry and Prose series. Selected and annotated by Yang Yi, a renowned scholar and the former Director of the Institute of Literature and the Institute of Ethnic Literature at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, this collection includes sixty poems from the Book of Songs, accompanied by annotations, explanations, and critiques, which are expected to provide readers with convenience and beneficial insights. Additionally, the book features illustrations of the Book of Songs created by previous generations, as well as other relevant visual and textual materials, making it even more exquisite.