Publisher's Synopsis
The Shih King, also known as the Classic of Poetry, is a collection of ancient Chinese poems that date back to the period between 1700-600 B.C. This book is a translation of the Shih King by Charles F. Horne, an American author and historian. The collection features over three hundred poems, including hymns, odes, and folk songs. These poems cover a wide range of themes, including love, nature, war, and politics. The Shih King is considered a significant work in Chinese literature and is often studied for its historical and cultural value. This edition of the Shih King includes annotations and notes by the translator, providing readers with additional context and understanding of the poems. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for those interested in ancient Chinese poetry and culture.THIS 88 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100006.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.
