The Book Of Poetry

The Book Of Poetry

Title: The Book Of Poetry
Author: James Legge
Release: 2024-05-28
Kind: ebook
Genre: Classics, Books, Fiction & Literature
Size: 1146722
James Legge was a Scottish missionary who spent many years in China and became proficient in the Chinese language. He is wellknown for his translations of classical Chinese texts into English, including the "Analects of Confucius," the "Tao Te Ching," and various other Chinese classics. In regards to "The Book of Poetry," Legge also made a notable English translation of this ancient Chinese poetry collection. The "Classic of Poetry" is one of the oldest Chinese literary works, consisting of 305 poems that date back to the Western Zhou dynasty (around 1046–771 BCE) and earlier. The poems cover a wide range of themes, such as love, nature, politics, and daily life, providing valuable insights into the social, cultural, and emotional aspects of ancient Chinese society. Legge's translation of "The Book of Poetry" has been influential in introducing this essential Chinese literary masterpiece to the Englishspeaking world and has contributed to its appreciation and understanding in the West.

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