Selected Illustrations of the Book of Songs: A Classic of Chinese Poetry

Author: Yang Yi, Shao Ningning (Selected, Translated, and Commented)
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: In the history of Chinese literature, the tradition of the Book of Songs primarily lies in the tradition of Feng and Ya (poetic styles) and their allusions. This tradition has had a long-standing and profound influence on the development of Chinese literature, and it continues to be preserved in the works of outstanding writers even in modern times. In a certain sense, the Book of Songs has become a must-read classic for the Chinese nation, a classic that is tied to the spiritual veins of the nation. This book is part of the Illustrated Classics of Chinese Poetry and Prose series. Selected by Yang Yi, a renowned scholar and former Director of the Institute of Literature and the Institute of Ethnic Literature at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, the book includes sixty selected works from the Book of Songs, accompanied by annotations, explanations, and critiques, which are believed to provide readers with convenience and beneficial insights. Additionally, the book features illustrations of the Book of Songs created by previous generations, as well as some relevant visual and textual materials related to the Book of Songs, making it even more exquisite.