Book Of Chinese Poetry: Being The Collection Of Ballads, Sagas, Hymns, And Other Pieces Known As The

The Book of Chinese Poetry, written by Clement Francis Romilly Allen and published in 1891, is a comprehensive collection of ancient Chinese ballads, sagas, hymns, and other poetic pieces known as the Shih Ching or Classic of Poetry. The book features a wide range of poems that reflect different aspects of Chinese culture, including love, war, nature, and spirituality. The Shih Ching is considered one of the most important literary works in Chinese history and has been studied and celebrated for centuries. In this book, Allen provides a detailed introduction to the Shih Ching and its significance in Chinese literature, along with translations of the poems themselves. The translations are faithful to the original text and capture the beauty and power of the poetry. The Book of Chinese Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese culture and literature, and it remains an important work in the field of Chinese studies today.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.