Spirit of the Chinese People: Classic Translations · Chinese-English Parallel Text

Author: Gu Hongming
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: Gu's works in foreign languages, discussing Confucianism and Taoism, stirred the times. Gu was also a remarkable figure. His magnanimity and self-pleasure, coupled with his disdain for both Chinese and foreigners, were truly close to madness. Yet, he could speak in accordance with his actions and ended his life in obscurity. Compared to those who kowtowed to the powerful, was he not superior to mere beasts? —Lin Yutang, renowned translator and humorist.
I believe that the 2,500 years of Chinese culture, as embodied by Mr. Gu Hongming, are enough to bring honor to the world in the 20th century. —Li Daizhao, one of the leaders of the New Culture Movement.
Mr. Gu is truly the representative of Chinese culture and the world's only advocate for it. —Professor Wu Mi, Peking University, cultural giant.
Before his death, Gu Hongming had already become a legend; after his passing, he may even become a mythical figure. —Professor Wen Yuanning, English professor at Peking University.
This book includes: The Spirit of the Chinese People, Chinese Women, The Chinese Language, John Smith in China, A Great Sinologist, and the Study of China, etc.