The Book Of Odes, Shi-King: The Classics Of Confucius (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162954080)

The Book of Odes, also known as the Shi-King, is a classic collection of ancient Chinese poetry that has been revered for centuries. This edition, translated by L. Cranmer-Byng, presents a selection of these timeless works in English for modern readers to enjoy. The poems cover a wide range of themes, from love and nature to politics and morality, and offer insights into the culture and values of ancient China. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese literature and philosophy, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the rich history of this ancient civilization. With its beautiful language and profound insights, The Book of Odes is a true masterpiece of world literature.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: L. Cranmer-Byng
ISBN-10: 1162954086
ISBN-13: 9781162954080
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 64
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.22lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.13d