Wisdom of China and India (China Volume, India Volume, Set of Two)

Author: Lin Yutang (Author), Yang Caixia (Translator)
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: Lin Yutang's literary talent and command of both Chinese and English give this book a unique perspective and a broad scope. Another strength of the book is its appeal to both scholars and general readers. This is because the original text delves into the most essential and profound aspects of Indian and Chinese cultures, making it a valuable resource for researchers to study and reference. At the same time, the book also selects many materials related to the national psychology, literary imagination, and daily lives of these two ancient peoples, making it suitable for general readers to enjoy during their leisure time. This actually aligns with Lin Yutang's consistent style in how he lives, works, and writes. To facilitate reading for general readers, the translator has added supplementary notes based on the original annotations, helping readers understand the more challenging parts of the text.