College Chinese (Eighth Edition) Concise Edition

Author: Xu Zhongyu Qi Senhua
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Publish Date: 2006-01-20
Features: The purpose of this book is to provide a general understanding of Greek literature and thought for those who are not familiar with Greek. Regardless of the value of the translations, through these translations, most modern readers can still gain insights into Greek culture. Moreover, I believe that this culture, like in the past, remains a valuable material for liberal education. Therefore, with the help of the original authors' quotes, I hope that the work of contributing to a general concept of the Greek view of life will not be in vain. "The Greek View of Life" seems to be a questionable name, but I believe it truly has a very appropriate meaning. While Greek culture is indeed multifaceted, there are several key concepts that are distinctly different from those of other countries. This book is one of Dickinson's most influential works, having been reprinted many times. It explains the overall understanding of Greek classical civilization from four perspectives: religious views, national views, personal views, and artistic views. Under each major theme, there are specific discussions. For example, in the chapter on the Greek view of art, it is divided into eight sections: Greek Art as the Expression of National Life; The Consistency of Aesthetic and Moral Perspectives; Sculpture and Painting; Music and Dance; Poetry; Tragedy; Comedy; and Conclusion. The book is well-organized and clearly structured, making it accessible to anyone interested.