Beacon Fire and Shooting Star The Literary Culture of the Liang |
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| Author:
| Tian, Xiaofei |
| Series title: | Harvard-Yenching Institute Monograph Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-674-02602-5 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2007 |
| Publisher: | Harvard University, Asia Center
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $86.95 |
Book Description:
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The Liang dynasty (502-557) was among the most brilliant and creative periods in Chinese history and is among the most underestimated and misunderstood. This book contextualizes the literary culture of this era, exploring the literary works themselves, the processes of literary production, and the intricate interactions of religion and literature.
The Liang dynasty (502-557) was among the most brilliant and creative periods in Chinese history and is among the most underestimated and misunderstood. This book contextualizes the literary culture of this era, exploring the literary works themselves, the processes of literary production, and the intricate interactions of religion and literature.