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An Anthology of Chinese Literature: Beginnings to 1911 |
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Rating: Summary: One of the best Review: One of the best translations of classical Chinese literature. The author knows the Chinese well: not just the superficial kind knowledge about the Chinese language, but a deep understanding of the Chinese culture, the Chinese literary tradition. The works are not only arranged in a chronological order (with useful background introductions) but also grouped under themes and motifs with succinct but illuminating critical introductions, or a seductively told story that adds to the pleasure of reading beautiful literary writings. The another great thing about this anthology is, of course, the fact that it is put together by one person, not coming out of diverse hands. This is a significant accomplishment, one that enables the reader to see the styles and nuances of the original works much better than otherwise.
Rating: Summary: A monumental work Review: This is a wonderful translation of classical Chinese literature, lively, precise, and inspiring. The historical introductions are very useful, but the critical introductions, as well as the translator's handling of the book's overall design, deserve to be called brilliant, demonstrating a penetrating understanding of the Chinese literature and culture. This book is great both for lovers of literature who would like to find out about a great literary tradition and for scholars devoted to the study of Chinese literature. It is a monumental work. Highly recommended by a loving connoisseur of classical Chinese literature, who has been immersed in it ever since early childhood.
Rating: Summary: One of the best Review: This is one of the best translations of classical Chinese literature. One of those that come closest to the spirit of the works translated there. The translator has great command of both classical Chinese and English, as well as a profound understanding and love of Chinese literature. The critical introductions are illuminating--a wonderful fresh perspective, often inspiring; the background introductions concise and useful. This is a "must" for all those who love literature--be it Chinese or English.
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