雞肋編
Zhuang, Chuo, 1078-
雞肋編 Ji le bian - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2008-12-03
Produced by Tsai Hui Ching Produced by Tsai Hui Ching
"雞肋編" by Zhuang Chuo is a historical narrative or scholarly work written in the Song dynasty. This text likely explores various topics, incorporating anecdotes, philosophical musings, and reflections on culture and society during the author’s time. The narrative seems to blend historical context with personal observations, focusing on the complexities and nuances of social customs. The opening of "雞肋編" presents a reflection on the nature of choices and the nuances of decision-making, drawing from the historical context of the era. Zhuang Chuo introduces the metaphor of "chicken ribs," referring to something that is not useful when retained, yet unfortunate to discard, illustrating the ambivalence of certain pursuits or passions. Characters like Yang Xiu engage in contemplative dialogue about the futility and value of endeavors, setting the tone for a work that interweaves wisdom with practical observations about life and governance. It touches on food, rituals, and traditions, evoking a rich tapestry of cultural insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
China -- History -- Song dynasty, 960-1279 -- Anecdotes
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雞肋編 Ji le bian - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2008-12-03
Produced by Tsai Hui Ching Produced by Tsai Hui Ching
"雞肋編" by Zhuang Chuo is a historical narrative or scholarly work written in the Song dynasty. This text likely explores various topics, incorporating anecdotes, philosophical musings, and reflections on culture and society during the author’s time. The narrative seems to blend historical context with personal observations, focusing on the complexities and nuances of social customs. The opening of "雞肋編" presents a reflection on the nature of choices and the nuances of decision-making, drawing from the historical context of the era. Zhuang Chuo introduces the metaphor of "chicken ribs," referring to something that is not useful when retained, yet unfortunate to discard, illustrating the ambivalence of certain pursuits or passions. Characters like Yang Xiu engage in contemplative dialogue about the futility and value of endeavors, setting the tone for a work that interweaves wisdom with practical observations about life and governance. It touches on food, rituals, and traditions, evoking a rich tapestry of cultural insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
China -- History -- Song dynasty, 960-1279 -- Anecdotes
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