文心雕龍 by Xie Liu
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About this eBook
| Author | Liu, Xie, 465?-522? |
|---|---|
| Editor | Li, Jen-shing |
| Editor | Luo, Li-chian |
| Title | 文心雕龍 |
| Alternate Title | Wen xin diao long |
| Summary | "文心雕龍" by Xie Liu is a treatise on literary theory and criticism written in the 5th century. This work explores the principles of writing, focusing on the interplay between literature, philosophy, and moral instruction. Xie Liu delves into various genres, presenting a rich historical context for the development of Chinese literature while emphasizing the importance of clarity and artistry in writing. The opening of this text introduces its foundational concepts, discussing the significance of literature as a reflection of natural and cosmic phenomena. Xie Liu elaborates on the relationship between the human spirit and the environment, suggesting that true literary expression arises from the innate qualities of nature and human experience. He establishes a framework that intertwines philosophical and aesthetic concerns, setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the craft of writing and its moral implications throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | Chinese literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23822 |
| Release Date | Dec 11, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 163 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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