An Introduction to Classical Studies, by Ma Nan, traces the development of traditional Chinese classical learning (jingxue 經學). The discussion develops along two interconnected lines: the structural characteristics of the classical texts themselves and the traditions of their interpretation throughout successive dynasties. In doing so, it clarifies the central controversies surrounding each classic and traces the historical evolution of scholarly interpretations.
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Table of contents
Overview 綜論
Part One: Zhouyi 周易
Part Two: Shangshu 尚書
Part Three: Shijing 詩經
Part Four: the Three Rites 三禮
Part Five: Chunqiu and its Three Commentaries 春秋與三傳
Part Six: The Analects 論語
Part Seven: the Classic of Filial Piety 孝經
Part Eight: The principles of the Five Classics 五經總義
Part Nine: Erya 爾雅
Part Ten: Chinese dictionaries 字書
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