Chinese Idiom Stories - World Classics of Young People's Literature

Author: Ji Jing
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Chinese idioms have a long history, and idiomatic stories condense rich historical knowledge, embodying a strong literary flavor and serving as cultural treasures of the Chinese nation. Reading Chinese idiomatic stories not only increases knowledge about ancient Chinese society, politics, military, culture, folklore, and other aspects but also allows readers to learn from and draw upon the wisdom and experience of predecessors to better address practical challenges in life. The origins of most idioms are derived from folk legends, historical records, and literary works. Behind many idioms lies a vivid and lively story. By reading these stories, one can gain a deeper understanding of the idioms and use them more flexibly. This book carefully selects over 200 commonly used idioms, arranges them in alphabetical order, and compiles them into concise, vivid, and easy-to-understand stories in modern Chinese, based on their origins and historical contexts. At the end of each idiomatic story, the meaning of the idiom is also provided to facilitate readers' comprehension and application.