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Traditional Chinese Stories : Themes and Variations

Traditional Chinese Stories : Themes and Variations - Thryft
Traditional Chinese Stories : Themes and Variations - Thryft
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Traditional Chinese Stories : Themes and Variations

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ISBN: 9780887270710

Description

Synopsis:
For centuries the Chinese referred to their fiction as hsiao-shuo, etymologically meaning "roadside gossip" or "small talk," and held it in low regard compared to classical poetry and drama. Not until the 20th century was the Chinese story internationally recognized as a beautiful and vital expression of the Chinese spirit. Spanning the former Han dynasty (206 B.C.-A.D. 8) to the early Republican years, these 61 selected stories represent the five major forms of Chinese fiction: pi-chi, ch'uan-ch'i, pien-wen, hua-pen and kung-an. With tables listing each selection in its proper chronological sequence and with extensive notes explaining difficult allusions and the placement of each story in the development of Chinese literature, this collection provides an excellent text for students of comparative literature and Chinese fiction.

Language Notes:

Text: English (translation) Original Language: Chinese


Author: Y W Ma
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 603
Publisher: Cheng & Tsui
Publication Date: 01 Jun 1986
 
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.