Zhou Ruchang · Myself and Mr. Hu Shih

Author: Zhou Ruchang
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: This book has three major highlights: First, exclusive materials from the Redology master Zhou Ruchang and the great scholar Hu Shih's correspondence are published for the first time, featuring a wealth of detailed and precious documents, photographs, book illustrations, and historical images; Second, the author, in his ripe old age, recalls his interactions with Hu Shih and other masters such as Gu Suishou, Yu Pingbo, Tao Xinru, Zhang Boju, Wen Huisha, Zhou Cezong, and Pan Chongui, showcasing many beautiful moments among these scholars; Third, the book features a color facsimile of a rare edition, with top-tier binding, and includes valuable autographs by Zhou Ruchang, Zhou Guchang, and Hu Shih, along with simulated original letters. The book's calm and concise text outlines the author's rich academic journey, with its serene narrationing the many flavors of history and life, reflecting the moral inspiration and spiritual legacy of the wise predecessors. Although he (Hu Shih) has long been laid to rest, his typical "my friend" smile still remains vividly in sight. — Ji Xianlin
Among the kind and generous elders I have encountered in my life, there are few who have been as considerate to a young person as he was. — Zhou Ruchang