Anthology of Ancient Chinese Prose (2-Volume Set) [Volume 1]

Gu Wen Guan Zhi (An Anthology of Ancient Chinese Prose) is a widely acclaimed selection of ancient Chinese prose. The title "e;Guan Zhi"e; means "e;the best one can see,"e; indicating that the compiler believes the articles included in this book are the finest and most perfect ones available. Comprising 12 volumes, Gu Wen Guan Zhi is arranged chronologically and contains 222 masterpieces spanning more than two thousand years, from the pre-Qin period to the late Ming Dynasty. These articles are not only beautifully worded and grammatically rigorous but also showcase the outstanding ideas of their time. Gu Wen Guan Zhi basically reflects the development and characteristics of ancient Chinese prose, embodying the highest achievements of this genre. It serves as an excellent read for modern people to study ancient Chinese prose and improve their reading skills in classical Chinese.The version of Gu Wen Guan Zhi in the "e;Recommended Reading Series for Chinese Language Classes"e; is a full-text translation with meticulous proofreading and editing, specifically designed for middle school students learning classical Chinese. At the beginning of the book, there is an expert-written "e;Introduction"e; that introduces the compiler, the compilation background, the characteristics of the selected articles, the historical status, and the circulation of different editions. Each article is preceded by a "e;Preview"e; that briefly introduces the author's life, historical background, ideological content, artistic techniques, and more. Based on the needs of middle school students learning classical Chinese and in combination with the key points of the college entrance examination, detailed annotations are provided for difficult words, special grammatical phenomena, proper nouns, and common sense about ancient literature and culture, clearing obstacles to reading. The translations are mainly literal and accurate, ensuring fluency.