Classics at a Glance

Author: Ren Xiran (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: This series of books includes one volume each of "Three Hundred Poems of the Tang Dynasty," "Three Hundred Poems of the Song Dynasty," "Three Hundred Quatrain of the Yuan Dynasty," and "Essentials of Classical Chinese." The selected works are classic, diverse in themes, rich in content, and are beloved masterpieces that profoundly reflect the social culture and life styles of their time. The series features a comprehensive format, with special sections such as annotations, explanations of poetry, quatrains, and couplets, as well as background notes, which help readers appreciate the artistic conception of the works and gain a deeper understanding. Hundreds of exquisite illustrations, including portraits, landscapes, and artifacts, complement the text, providing a visually pleasing reading experience. The compilers of this series strive to combine clear formats, innovative layouts, and beautiful images to allow readers to enjoy a relaxed reading experience while gaining cultural enrichment, imaginative space, and aesthetic appreciation. Classical Chinese is a golden key to understanding Chinese history and unlocking the wisdom of traditional culture. The writing style of classical Chinese is characterized by rigorous logic and dialectical thinking, making it worth learning and referencing for modern readers. "Essentials of Classical Chinese" primarily consists of prose, supplemented by rhyming and parallel texts. This book selects representative chapters, providing original texts along with prefaces, translations, annotations, collective reviews, and key knowledge points to perfectly interpret the content and ideas of classical Chinese. Combined with its unique layout design, it will accompany readers on a joyful reading journey. This book not only helps readers better understand and memorize classical Chinese but can also serve as a beautiful collectible.