The Book of Poetry [Kindle Edition]

James Legge (Author, Translator)

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Product Description

This is the unabridged translation of the Book of Odes (the Shih Ching) by James Legge. Legge translated the Chinese Book of Odes, one of the Five Chinese Classics, in 1876. This 'reading' edition includes all of the English translations, as well as some of the introductory matter from the 1876 edition.

The Book of Odes is the treasure house of ancient Chinese poetry, and a key text in the canon of world literature. It is required reading for anyone desiring a deep understanding of Chinese culture.--J.B. Hare

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 261 KB
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Publisher: Evinity Publishing Inc; 1.0 edition (April 16, 2009)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B0026P3UA4
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
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