Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162568522)

The book ""Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China"" by Charles F. Horne is a comprehensive study of the ancient Chinese civilization and its literary heritage. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the sacred texts and early literature of China, including the Tao Te Ching, the Analects of Confucius, and the Book of Changes.The author delves into the historical and cultural context of these texts, exploring the philosophical, religious, and ethical ideas that underpin them. He also examines the literary style and structure of these works, highlighting their unique qualities and contributions to the development of Chinese literature.In addition to the sacred texts, the book also covers other forms of early Chinese literature, such as poetry, history, and fiction. Horne provides a detailed overview of the major literary genres of ancient China, including the Shi Jing (Book of Odes), the Shu Jing (Book of Documents), and the Zuo Zhuan (Zuo Commentary).Overall, ""Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and literature of ancient China. It offers a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the literary heritage of this fascinating civilization, shedding light on its enduring legacy and influence on the world.How Confucius Saved an Ancient Civilization; The King or Ancient Classics; The Shu King, China's Oldest History; The Shih King or Ancient Poetry; The Yi King, the Oldest Works of Magic; The Analects of Confucius, his Deeds and Sayings; The Great Learning by Confucius; The Hsiao King, or Classic of Filial Piety.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles F. Horne
ISBN-10: 1162568526
ISBN-13: 9781162568522
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 436
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.64lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.89d