幽夢影 - Part 1

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Zhang, Chao, 1650-

Language:

Chinese

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

You Meng Ying - Part 1

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"幽夢影 - Part 1" by Chao Zhang is a philosophical work likely written during the late imperial period of China. This book is a collection of reflections, observations, and discussions covering various themes related to life, nature, morality, and human relationships. Through poetic and essayistic qualities, it explores profound insights into existence and the human condition. The content of "幽夢影" is structured around dialogues characterized by a nuanced exploration of ideas shared among learned friends in a traditional Chinese context. The characters, representing different philosophical perspectives, engage in thoughtful discussions, contemplating essential questions such as the nature of virtue, the value of friendship, and the paradoxes of human desire. The work utilizes metaphors and personifications, often intertwining themes of nature and the transient beauty of life, leading readers through a rich tapestry of wisdom that invites reflection on how to navigate life's complexities gracefully. Ultimately, it encourages readers to find meaning and tranquility amidst the chaos of the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chungyi Chen

Notes:

Release date is 2005-02-01