Book of Songs: An Unexpurgated Translation
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Book of Songs: An Unexpurgated Translation
Author: Xu Yuanzhong
Order No. 6084
ISBN-13: 9787507102345
ISBN-10: 7507102343
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: China Literature Press
Pub Year: 1994
Pages: 360
Language: English
Price: $11.80
Consisting of 305 poems, the earliest part of the Book of Songs dates from 1714 B.C. Its themes cover a wide cross-section of Chinese society, describing its complex social life, and the populace’s ideas and sentiments. The book is remarkable for its vivid and refined use of a rich vocabulary, life-like characterisation and imagery, and soul touching narration and descriptions. A gem of China’s literature and history.
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| Weight | 1 lbs |
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