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LoC No.: 29016524
Title: A History of Chinese Literature
Note: Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Henry Flower and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "A History of Chinese Literature" by Herbert Allen Giles is a scholarly historical account written in the late 19th to early 20th century. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Chinese literature from its legendary origins through its various dynasties and influential figures, including important works and philosophical movements such as Confucianism and Taoism. It serves as an introduction to the vast and intricate world of Chinese literary traditions and their significance within Chinese culture. The opening of the text sets the stage for a profound exploration of ancient Chinese literary heritage, beginning with a discussion on the mythical origins of Chinese civilization and the establishment of written language. Giles emphasizes the uniqueness of his work as the first of its kind in any language, aiming to make Chinese literature more accessible to English-speaking audiences. He introduces key historical periods and figures, such as Confucius, while discussing the complex relationship between literature, philosophy, and the socio-political context of China, revealing a landscape rich with cultural significance and intellectual thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Giles, Herbert Allen, 1845-1935
EBook No.: 43711
Published: Sep 13, 2013
Downloads: 382
Language: English
Subject: Chinese literature -- History and criticism
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 29016524
Title: A History of Chinese Literature
Note: Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Henry Flower and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "A History of Chinese Literature" by Herbert Allen Giles is a scholarly historical account written in the late 19th to early 20th century. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Chinese literature from its legendary origins through its various dynasties and influential figures, including important works and philosophical movements such as Confucianism and Taoism. It serves as an introduction to the vast and intricate world of Chinese literary traditions and their significance within Chinese culture. The opening of the text sets the stage for a profound exploration of ancient Chinese literary heritage, beginning with a discussion on the mythical origins of Chinese civilization and the establishment of written language. Giles emphasizes the uniqueness of his work as the first of its kind in any language, aiming to make Chinese literature more accessible to English-speaking audiences. He introduces key historical periods and figures, such as Confucius, while discussing the complex relationship between literature, philosophy, and the socio-political context of China, revealing a landscape rich with cultural significance and intellectual thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Giles, Herbert Allen, 1845-1935
EBook No.: 43711
Published: Sep 13, 2013
Downloads: 382
Language: English
Subject: Chinese literature -- History and criticism
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.