Reading ancient Chinese poetry with a swaying head. Volume 3. An Introduction to the Essence of Chinese Classical Literature

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Publish Date: 2003-11-01
Features: The splendid 5,000-year culture of the Chinese nation contains a vast amount of poetry, idioms, and allusions, which embody the brilliant thoughts and exquisite language created by predecessors with painstaking effort. These cultural treasures were trampled during the turmoil of the last decade and the inheritance of national culture was interrupted, a disaster for the nation and an unfortunate event for the people. In the past two decades, the education sector and various societal circles have attached great importance to recommending and spreading the cultural masterpieces of predecessors to the younger generation. Reciting ancient poetry and prose and memorizing idioms and maxims have become a popular trend. Especially with the Ministry of Education's issuance of the new Chinese language curriculum standards, it is explicitly stated that hundreds of ancient poems and prose must be read by primary and secondary school students, and they are included in textbooks, reaching every school, even those in remote and impoverished villages. This is a strategically and historically significant "cultural revival," which deserves wholehearted support. To contribute to this effort, has entrusted the "OPEN" editorial team to meticulously compile "Introduction to the Essence of Chinese Classics," making a contribution to this cause. This series of books focuses on connecting classical works with modern life and contemporary society, facilitating the understanding and application by young people. It is hoped that readers will greatly improve their cultural literacy and cultivate national spirit through reading. This is truly a beneficial endeavor for generations to come.