Complete Book of Literary Anecdotes

Amidst the splendid five-thousand-year civilization of China, the brilliant scholars and literati have left us numerous exquisite stories, which constitute an integral part of the Chinese cultural palace. Looking back at the past, we can always benefit from these stories when we delve into them.The Complete Book of Literary Anecdotes offers a unique perspective by carefully selecting stories and poems passed down through generations over the millennia. It narrates the long history of Chinese literary circles, from royal officials to scholars, recreating the various aspects of life in the literary world.These widely recounted stories and poems are undoubtedly exquisite pieces in the cultural palace and treasures among linguistic riches.The Complete Book of Literary Anecdotes is divided into seven major sections: witty remarks, humorous mockery, critiques of characters, anecdotes and trivia, interesting poems and essays, clever repartees, and riddles about words and objects. Flipping through it, readers can not only delight and refine their temperament, but also broaden their cultural horizons and gain insights into the profound wisdom of Chinese culture.