Plain Language Literary History

Author: Hu Shih
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Publish Date: 1999-10-01
Features: Titled A History of Vernacular Literature, it is actually a history of Chinese literature, as vernacular literature represents a major and vibrant, creative, and era-defining segment of Chinese literary history. The term "vernacular" used in this book encompasses spoken, audible, unadorned, and clear language. The author of this book always cites the works of individuals or literary schools when discussing them as examples. Therefore, this book is not only a history of literature but also can be considered an anthology of selected masterpieces of Chinese literature, offering great benefits for understanding the general overview and essence of Chinese literature.