Chinese Literature, Ancient and Classical

by André Lévy and William H. Nienhauser Jr.

Andr? L?vy provides a "picture of Chinese literature of the past" that brilliantly illustrates the four great literary genres of China: the classics, prose, poetry, and the literature of entertainment. His discussion of approximately 120 vivid translations combines personal insights with innovative historical accounts in a genre-based approach that moves beyond the typical chronology of dynasties. Renowned scholar William H. Nienhauser, Jr., translated L?vy's work from the French and returned to the original Chinese for the texts. This informative, engaging, and eminently readable introduction to the three millennia of traditional Chinese literature is highly recommended for students and general readers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0253213657
• ISBN13: 9780253213655
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher