Interpretation of Notre-Dame de Paris

Author: Compiled by the Editorial Committee of "Interpreting World and Chinese Classics Series"
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Publishing Date: 2001-01-01
Features: Historically, periods of stagnation or regression have never valued or supported aesthetic education. The European Middle Ages and China's "Cult of the Four Gangs" rule during the ten years are prominent examples. Conversely, all progressive or intellectually liberating eras have vigorously advocated for aesthetic education. The European Enlightenment, China's May Fourth Movement, and today's China after reform and opening up are all well-known examples. In the historical journey of the Chinese nation toward a great rejuvenation, popularizing and strengthening aesthetic education holds special significance. "Interpreting World and Chinese Classics Series" is an excellent material for popularizing aesthetic education among the younger generation. This series is not a summary of classics, not a typical guide or commentary, and certainly more than just appreciating and interpreting famous works. The interpretive style of this series is a pioneering approach that scientifically combines the successful model of "classic guides" in Western literature teaching with the "Five Reading Methods" in the new system of Chinese language teaching in domestic secondary schools. It takes the strengths of both, rises to a higher perspective, and enables young people to love reading classics, understand classics, and benefit from classics throughout their lives. The literature in this series is concise and vivid, and the analysis is profound yet accessible, fully considering the age characteristics and knowledge level of secondary school students.