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Chinese Literature encompasses a vast array of texts, including poetry, prose, drama, and essays, spanning over three millennia. It features works from ancient classics like the Confucian Analects and the Tao Te Ching to modern masterpieces such as Lu Xun's short stories and Mo Yan's Nobel Prize-winning novels. The collection reflects the evolution of Chinese thought, philosophy, and artistic expression. more

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Confucius
Confucius

Confucius, also known as Kong Qiu or Zhongni, was a great philosopher, educator, and politician during the Spring and Autumn period of ancient China. He advocated for benevolence, rule of propriety, and the doctrine of the mean, and his thoughts have had a profound impact on Chinese and world culture. more

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