50 Examples of Regular Script Couplets

Author: Shen Li, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This series includes "Maxims," "Poetry," and "Couplets," each written in six calligraphic styles—Seal Script, Clerical Script, Wei Stele Script, Tang Regular Script, Running Script, and Cursive Script—comprising 3 sets of 20 volumes. Each volume contains 50 selected maxims, poems, and couplets from ancient times, allowing learners to choose based on their preferences and practiced calligraphic styles. This series has the following characteristics:
1. Appreciation Value: The main content of the series consists of carefully selected exquisite maxims and outstanding poems, supplemented by renowned calligraphers' masterpieces in their signature styles, along with brief annotations by the author. This enables learners to appreciate the beauty of the literary phrases while enjoying the artistic charm through the calligraphers' insights.
2. Knowledge Aspect: The series covers a wide range of knowledge related to calligraphic creation, all introduced by the author.
3. Practicality: Books on calligraphic creation are not only scarce but mostly published as standalone volumes with limited and fragmented content, failing to meet learners' broader creative needs. In contrast, this series strengthens this aspect in both its overall planning and writing style, enhancing its practicality. The appended "Gems Collection" serves as a reference for creative inspiration.