Re-send the Heart of the Way and the Bright Moon: A Study on Ancient Chinese Figures' Works

Author: Teng Xincai
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book is the author's second academic monograph on history and literature following Exploring the Customs and Figures of the Ming Dynasty: "Sending My Heart to the Moon Along the Way" (And Jì Dào Xīn yǔ Míngyuè). The manuscript is divided into three parts. The first two parts re-examine historical and cultural figures such as Zu Chouming, Xiang Yu, Liu Bang, Zhao Feiyang, Huang Chao, Song Huizong, Li Dongyang, and Wu Sangui, without adhering to conventional frameworks, expressing original insights, and objectively evaluating their unique roles and positions at critical moments in Chinese social development. The final part aims to comb through important Chinese cultural classics and related historical events, covering studies on the philosophy of Guanzi, Du Fu's famous objects, literary works, and local cliff inscriptions, offering unique perspectives and meticulous efforts, where even minor insights reveal profound truths and uncover hidden gems. The book includes content such as: "An Examination of Zu Chouming's Surname and Name," "On the Peasant Consciousness Effect of Chen Sheng, Xiang Yu, and Liu Bang," and "A Historical Review of Song Yi's Deeds."