The Form and Cultural Connotations of the Parallel Prose of the Six Dynasties

Author: Zhong Tao
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Publish Date: 1997-06-01
Features: Parallel prose is a unique form of beautiful literature in China. The parallel prose of the Six Dynasties period evolved from emergence and development to its zenith, with a succession of renowned figures and brilliant stars, forming a special landscape in the history of Chinese culture. This book explores the internal mechanisms of the emergence of parallel prose and its traditional culture and social aesthetic trends, outlining the entire process of its gradual growth and development, analyzing its expressive effects and aesthetic value, and describing its status, evolution, and its interrelationship with social and cultural development. Grasping the Six Dynasties parallel prose from a macro perspective and revealing the cultural significance it embodies is a major feature of this book. Meanwhile, its quantitative analytical approach and refined aesthetic sensibility provide numerous case studies that can be utilized for the research and appreciation of parallel prose.