The Shih King - James Legge - Bog

The Shih King is a book translated by James Legge that contains a collection of poems and songs from ancient China. It is also known as the Book of Odes or Book of Poetry, and it is one of the oldest and most important texts in Chinese literature. The poems cover a wide range of topics, including love, politics, nature, and daily life. They were originally sung or recited during important ceremonies and rituals, and they provide a glimpse into the beliefs, values, and customs of ancient Chinese society. Legge's translation includes both the original Chinese text and his English translation, along with extensive notes and commentary. This book is an important resource for anyone interested in Chinese literature, history, or culture.Heaven protects and establishes thee. It grants thee all excellence, So that thine every matter is right, And thou receivest every Heavenly favour. It sends down to thee long-during happiness, Which the days are not sufficient to enjoy.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.