The Art of War: The 36 Stratagems - An Introduction to Children's National Culture Classics (Classic Collection)

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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: The profound and extensive culture of the Chinese nation, like a dazzling constellation, has shone for five thousand years. Many of its treasures have been passed down through generations, their value growing with time—this is what we call the classics of national culture. They are the crystallization of ancient wisdom, a splendid record of national culture, a document that connects the past and future of Chinese culture, and the fundamental source of Chinese culture and spirit. They are also treasures that we should pass on endlessly. In this series, "Children's Classics of National Culture," we have selected 20 ancient classics of China. They are presented in simple and accessible language, with annotations and translations of the original texts, accompanied by vivid cartoon illustrations to help children grasp their meaning and spirit. During the writing process, we have approached the classics as the source of national spirit while being fully aware of their deep historical imprint from the feudal society in which they were created, developed, and spread. We have taken great care to ensure the rigor of our selection, the precision of our annotations, and the accuracy of our interpretations. The learning potential and absorption capacity of children are beyond imagination. We advocate that parents and teachers should strengthen guidance and focus on cultivating children's self-learning abilities. The learning method should be simple and practical—ideally, starting with recitation, followed by familiarization, then memorization, and finally reflection. We encourage parents and teachers to recite with their children, leading them while also further enriching themselves morally and culturally.