Ancient Chinese Literature (Volume 1)

Author: Cao Chaji
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Publish Date: 1999-04-01
Features: This textbook was compiled in line with the spirit of the "Teaching Syllabus for the History of Ancient Chinese Literature" issued by the Higher Education Department of the State Education Commission in July 1997, and is intended for use in Chinese language programs at universities. Its content includes the history of Chinese literature before the Opium War and the works that students majoring in Chinese are required to read closely, as stipulated in the syllabus. The syllabus specifies the minimum reading volume of ancient Chinese literary works for undergraduate students, which includes both closely read works and supplementary reading. The works selected in this textbook are the closely read works as prescribed in the syllabus. According to the requirements of the syllabus, "closely read works are both the focus of teachers' lectures and the key materials for students to study and master." It requires students to achieve familiarity, comprehension, and analytical skills. The term 'familiarity' includes both thorough reading and memorization. Works designated for memorization must be accurately recited; for those not requiring memorization, students must have a detailed understanding of the specific content and memorable quotes.