Chinese Allusions: Volume One

Chinese civilization has a long and illustrious history, and historical and cultural classics abound with allusions. The editors of this book have journeyed through cultural classics from the Pre-Qin period to the late Qing, selecting hundreds of allusions and providing detailed explanations of each one's source, story, meaning, and usage. To make them easier to look up, the allusions have been sorted by similarities and differences in meaning, so readers can find and use them quickly and easily. With this book in hand, you can explore the depth and breadth of Chinese language and culture. In the vast family of allusions, many are familiar from frequent use, yet people often know what they mean without knowing why. So when we read and write, we should pay attention to an allusion's origins and interpretation. A river is formed by gathering tiny streams, and a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Let us learn actively, put what we learn to use, and continue to study and master China's rich heritage of allusions through practice!