Scenery and Humanistic Heritage of Yan Yuan

Author: Xiao Dongfa, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2003-07-01
Features: "Often meeting the lake's light to grasp meaning, occasionally deriving spirit from the pagoda's shadow." It's not clear when people began to summarize the scenery of Yan Yuan with the phrase "a tower covered in chaos (a complete mess)," though humorous, it's also quite fitting. Surrounded by Wuming Lake, Boya Pagoda, and the Library, Yan Yuan has given rise to many beautiful legends and numerous clever interpretations. This book is one of the volumes in the "Peking University Humanities and Landscapes" series. The beauty of Yan Yuan is world-renowned, with its lake light and pagoda shadows enchanting visitors. However, merely lingering in the picturesque scenery of Yan Yuan far does not qualify as understanding Peking University. Only by connecting Peking University's history, humanities, and landscape with its scenery can one truly appreciate its charm. While describing the landscapes of Yan Yuan, this book also reveals the profound spirit of Peking University, which is rooted in yet independent of its surroundings, as well as the century-long vicissitudes it has experienced. The book integrates history, landscapes, and cultural anecdotes, filling a gap in the numerous books available on Peking University.