Essence of the Heart Note (A Collection of Fine Essays by Qi Jun)

Author: Qi Jun (USA)
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Qi Jun's prose, with its charm that has endured over forty years, remains unshaken by the changes of time and environment. The artistic allure of Qi Jun's prose is a continuously growing charm, inviting later generations to approach it from different perspectives. One does not need to be a poet, but must cultivate a poetic heart. One does not need to be a Christian, but must possess a devout heart. "Poetic heart" is also "spiritual heart," and it is also a "loving heart" toward all things. The selected dozens of exquisite essays in this book are classic and award-winning works from different creative periods of the author. Qi Jun's prose is rich in Eastern charm, filled with the unique ethical colors and warmth and family affection of China. Renowned critics such as C. T. Hsia and essayist Yang Mu even believe that her prose has surpassed Zhu Ziqing and Xu Zhimo in many aspects, with some chapters being timeless classics. Qi Jun's prose is rigorous yet firm, profound yet not obscure, broad yet concise, and exudes a subtle and serene charm. It is believed that every reader will be captivated by the tranquility and peace, as well as the depth and warmth, in her words.