History of Ideas · Life in Desperate Situations

Author: Bao Pengshan
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: Bao Pengshan's "History of Thought" series covers three eras of China, each compiled into a volume: "Heavenly Gifted Sages" for the Pre-Qin philosophers, "Heroes in the Cage" for the figures of the Qin and Han dynasties, and "Life in the Desolate Land" for the medieval literati. Describing the thoughts, personalities, destinies, and relationships of ancient Chinese literati with the vast system is the main thread throughout his writing. The purpose is to understand our cultural tradition and the significant achievements it has fostered. This book is part of the medieval literati series. Bao Pengshan, affectionately known to friends as "Baozi," is unrestrained in his writing, passionate, humorous, and deeply empathetic. In the 1990s, he launched the column "Rereading the Sages" in Jia Pingwa's "Beautiful Writings," which ran for three years and brought him widespread acclaim. His works have been included in the national high school Chinese textbooks. Baozi's academic essays can be considered the pinnacle of a new generation of scholars' prose, following Ji Xianlin and Yu Qiuqiu, showcasing the individuality, interests, and critical spirit of contemporary Chinese intellectuals. His articles are truly well-written—such engaging prose is rare today. Now, we have compiled his works over the years into three volumes, titled the "History of Empathetic Thought," dedicated to.