Ten Lectures on the Cultural Legacy of Dream of the Red Chamber

Erscheinungsjahr 2025
ISBN: 978-981-961968-9
Verlag: Springer Nature Singapore

Buch, Englisch, 201 Seiten, Format (B × H): 153 mm x 216 mm, Gewicht: 401 g

This book offers a profound exploration of the classic Chinese novel , recognized as a masterpiece of traditional Chinese literature. Developed from a series of lectures at the Shanghai Library, the text features insights from ten prominent scholars, including Wang Meng and Bai Xianyong, addressing themes such as poetic aesthetics, tragic beauty, female perspectives, and cultural symbolism. The chapters delve into multifaceted interpretations, connecting literature with cultural, philosophical, and artistic heritage. Designed for both specialists and general readers, this book enriches understanding of one of the world’s literary treasures, blending cultural appreciation with critical scholarship. It highlights the novel’s timeless narrative, intricate character portrayals, social critique, and artistic sophistication, offering a gateway to understanding Chinese culture’s enduring legacy and its global significance. Readers will discover rich analyses, compelling arguments, and fresh perspectives that deepen their appreciation for this unparalleled literary classic.

Zielgruppe

Popular/general

Autoren/Hrsg.

Weitere Mitwirkende

Chao, Long

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Weltgeschichte & Geschichte einzelner Länder und Gebietsräume Geschichte einzelner Länder Asiatische Geschichte
• Interdisziplinäres Wissenschaften Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft | Kulturwissenschaften Kulturwissenschaften
• Geisteswissenschaften Literaturwissenschaft Literaturwissenschaft: Prosa, Erzählung, Roman, Prosaautoren
• Geisteswissenschaften Literaturwissenschaft Literaturgeschichte und Literaturkritik
• Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie Nicht-Westliche Philosophie Indische & Asiatische Philosophie
• Geisteswissenschaften Literaturwissenschaft Literaturen sonstiger Sprachräume Ost- & Südostasiatische Literatur

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Idle Talk on the Assorted Cases of Chapter 2: The “Swan Song” of Chinese Culture.- Chapter 3: The Cultural Zeitgeist of Chapter 4: The Sentiments and Despair of Females in Chapter 5: A Deep Dive into the Characters of Chapter 6: Fun Musings on Chapter 7: The Flawed Beauty of Chapter 8: Appreciation of Poems and Lyrics in Chapter 9: Langyuan and Xianpa: A Review of the Gardens and Plants of Grand View Garden in Chapter 10: A Close Reading of

Über Autor(innen)

The Shanghai Library, established in 1952, ranks second only to the National Library of China in scale. This book is edited based on a series of lectures on  held by the Shanghai Library given by renowned scholars in the field.

Wang Meng, a celebrated Chinese writer and scholar, is Honorary Chairman of the Chinese Writers’Association and former Minister of Culture. Author of nearly 100 novels, his works reflect the resilience of the Chinese people. Wang has received prestigious international honors, including Italy’s Mondello Literary Prize and honorary doctorates from multiple universities.

Bai Xianyong, a renowned novelist, essayist, critic, and playwright, is Bowen Chair Professor at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and Honorary Director of its Kunqu Studies Promotion Program. Recognized for his literary excellence, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award of Shanghai Magnolia Theatre Performing Arts and the Yu Dafu Prize for Fiction.