Thought Record

Author: Wang Yuanhua
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: This book collects various speculative notes by Mr. Wang Yuanhua from 1940 to 2002. The scope is extensive, covering figures, thoughts, history, philosophy, aesthetics, appreciation, textual research, etymology, and translated text revisions, among others. Some of these notes were previously published under the title "Speculative Notes" by Shanghai Literature and Art Publishing House in 1994, which had a significant impact on readers and was awarded the National Book Award in 1995. For this edition, the author has added substantial revisions, including over 150 new notes and previously unpublished old records from the past decade. These additions either supplement academic cases or present new perspectives, with a time span of over six decades. Through these notes, one can not only glimpse the author's academic journey but also see a true scholarship and genuine thought that bridges East and West, integrating ancient and modern wisdom. It also reflects a steadfast and independent spirit and true personality. The author has thoroughly reviewed and revised the entire book, presenting it as the definitive edition.