Hou Xiyu's 50 Examples of Cursive Calligraphy Aphorisms ()

Author: Hou Xiyu
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This series of books has the following characteristics:
1. Appreciation: The main content of the "series" is a selection of exquisite maxims, fine poems, and other works, supplemented by renowned calligraphers' excellent creations in their respective calligraphic styles, accompanied by brief annotations by the authors. This allows learners to appreciate the beauty of the literary and poetic phrases while also enjoying the charm of calligraphy through the calligraphers' comments.
2. Knowledge: The "series" covers a wide range of knowledge related to calligraphy creation, all of which are introduced by the author.
3. Practicality: Books on calligraphy creation are not only scarce in number but are mostly published individually, with relatively thin content and lacking a systematic structure, failing to meet the broader needs of calligraphy learners in terms of creation. In contrast, this "series" strengthens this aspect both in its overall planning and in its writing style, enhancing its practicality. The "Gathering of Excerpts" appended at the end serves as a collection of themes and phrases for everyone to use in their own creations.