Book of Loyalty. Book of Filial Piety

Author: Ma Rong of the Eastern Han Dynasty, compiled by Confucius of the Spring and Autumn Period
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Publishing Date: 2003-08-01
Features: Exquisite printing, collecting classics, comes with a beautiful bookmark, dual-color illustrations, and includes detailed translations and appreciations. The "Chinese Traditional Culture Classics Collection" series selects 100 renowned works from Chinese history, encompassing classic philosophy, history, geography, literature, and science, representing immortal historical masterpieces and beloved classics passed down through generations. These are presented to readers in modern translations. This series is published in a dual-color format, allowing readers to enjoy famous landscape paintings while reading the text. The selected illustrations are from collections such as "Jieziyuan Painting Spectrum," "Yipintang Painting Spectrum," and "Sanhxitang Treasure." The combination of visual and textual elements offers a delightful and refreshing experience, evoking a sense of tranquility and joy.
The Chinese nation has a civilization spanning thousands of years, creating a glorious and splendid ancient culture that has left humanity with abundant spiritual treasures. These classics not only played a significant role in the formation and development of the Chinese nation but also continue to hold great practical significance today. They provide a proper understanding of national history, foster patriotism, cultivate moral sentiments, enhance the cultural quality of the entire nation, and promote the prosperity of socialist culture. They are the cultural essence of our Yellow River descendants and have shaped the spirit of our Chinese nation.
To inherit our excellent cultural heritage and to carry forward the legacy of our ancient civilization, we have launched the "Chinese Traditional Culture Classics Collection" series. Adhering to the principle of innovation while upholding tradition, this series selects a variety of classic works from Chinese history, philosophy, history, geography, literature, and science, publishing them in modern translations. We first focus on selecting immortal masterpieces from these fields that are representative of Chinese history, while also including famous and beloved selections passed down through generations. Considering the need for popularization and the target audience, most of these works are translated selectively, with annotations provided for the selected parts. The translations aim for accuracy and fluency, easing readers into the complexities of ancient texts and making them accessible in today's fast-paced world. This allows readers to directly engage with the essence of ancient Chinese culture, learning and applying it simultaneously. The series is designed to appeal to and be understood by the elderly, middle-aged, and young, ensuring that everyone can benefit from its teachings.