爾雅 by Unknown

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Author Unknown
Title 爾雅
Alternate Title Erya
Credits Produced by Jing Ting Huang
Summary "爾雅" by Unknown is an ancient Chinese text that can be classified as a dictionary or lexicon written in a period that likely corresponds to the early centuries of the common era, reflecting the classical Chinese language and culture. The book covers a wide range of topics, including etymology, literature, and various aspects of life in ancient China, categorizing and explaining words and phrases that were significant in that context. The opening portion of the work presents a compendium of definitions and interpretations of characters and expressions used in historical and philosophical texts. It begins with a series of succinct entries that delve into various terms related to beginnings, governance, emotions, and cultural practices, exemplifying the complexity and depth of the Chinese language. This lexicon serves not only as a practical reference but also as a reflection of cultural values and societal structures during its time, providing readers with insight into ancient Chinese thought and language. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets
Subject Chinese language -- To 600
Subject Encyclopedias and dictionaries, Chinese
Category Text
EBook-No. 51620
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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