The Chinese Renaissance - Shih Hu - Bog

The Chinese Renaissance: The Haskell Lectures by Hu, Shih is a book that explores the cultural, intellectual, and artistic revival that took place in China during the early 20th century. The author, Hu Shih, was a leading figure in this movement and his lectures provide an insightful overview of the various factors that contributed to the Chinese Renaissance. The book is divided into six chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the Renaissance. The first chapter provides an overview of the historical context in which the Renaissance took place, while the second chapter focuses on the intellectual and cultural changes that occurred during this period. The third chapter explores the role of literature and language in the Renaissance, while the fourth chapter looks at the impact of Western ideas and influences on Chinese culture. The fifth chapter discusses the role of art and aesthetics in the Renaissance, and the final chapter examines the legacy of this period and its ongoing impact on Chinese culture and society. Throughout the book, Hu Shih draws on his extensive knowledge of Chinese history, literature, and philosophy to provide a nuanced and insightful analysis of this important period in Chinese history. Overall, The Chinese Renaissance: The Haskell Lectures is a fascinating and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in Chinese history, culture, and intellectual life. It provides a comprehensive overview of the various factors that contributed to the Chinese Renaissance and sheds light on the ongoing legacy of this important period in Chinese history.This is a new release of the original 1934 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.