Book of Songs
Book • 1978
The Book of Songs, also known as the Classic of Poetry, is a collection of 305 poems from various periods of ancient China.
It provides valuable insights into the social, political, and cultural life of the time.
The poems cover a wide range of themes, including love, nature, war, and governance.
The Book of Songs is considered a foundational text in Chinese literature and has influenced countless writers and artists throughout history.
Its enduring appeal lies in its evocative language and its ability to capture the human experience across different eras.
It provides valuable insights into the social, political, and cultural life of the time.
The poems cover a wide range of themes, including love, nature, war, and governance.
The Book of Songs is considered a foundational text in Chinese literature and has influenced countless writers and artists throughout history.
Its enduring appeal lies in its evocative language and its ability to capture the human experience across different eras.
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Mentioned by Erik Rostad as part of the Confucian canon, alongside other works like the Book of Songs and the Book of History.
#242 - The Analects by Confucius
