Classics of Chinese Ancient Literature

Author: Zhou Guanghuang
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Publish Date: 1996-04-01
Features: This book includes the two renowned classical Chinese collections, Guwen Guanzhi and Xuguwen Guanzhi. Guwen Guanzhi was compiled and annotated by scholars Wu Chucai and Wu Diao Hou during the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty. It selects 222 outstanding classical Chinese pieces from over 60 authors from the pre-Qin period to the late Ming Dynasty, nearly encompassing the essence of Chinese literature over these two millennia. For three centuries since its publication, this book has been regarded as the best reading material for studying classical Chinese by scholars and literati, widely circulated and cherished in families. Xuguwen Guanzhi is another collection of classical Chinese pieces edited by scholar Wang Wenru during the late Qing and early Republican periods, following the style of Guwen Guanzhi. It includes 176 representative works by over 60 classical Chinese masters of the Qing Dynasty. These two collections are a perfect match, complementing each other and highly regarded in academic circles. Both are characterized by their diverse selections, comprehensive styles, appeal to both scholars and the general public, and precise annotations. Scholars must read both books to truly grasp the entirety of classical Chinese literature.