The Book of Songs by China
The Ancient Chinese Classic of Poetry
"The Book of Songs" is a collection of ancient Chinese poetry, providing a rich cultural and historical insight into early Chinese society. The anthology includes various types of poems, such as folk songs, hymns, and courtly songs, reflecting the life, customs, and beliefs of different social classes. It serves as a significant literary work and historical document, revealing the evolution of the Chinese language, thoughts, and values over centuries.
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- Published
- -600
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Unknown
- Pages
- Varies widely
- Original Language
- Classical chinese
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- Alternate Titles
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- Shi Jing
- Shih Ching
- The Book of Odes
- The Book of Poems
- The Classic of Poetry
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- John Lubbock, The Choice of Books (1896) (The Choice of Books (Book))
- Recommended Reading List for Students (China 2020) (Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China)
- The Bigger Read List (English PEN)