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This book discusses the stylistic theory and related issues of the Han, Wei and Six Dynasties. The content involves the role of book classification and regulations on the development of literary styles; the stylistic theories of Cao Pi, Lu Ji, Liu Xie and others; the combing and necessary examination of the origins, changes and functions of various literary styles such as poetry, fu and Sao; based on the stylistic classification of "Selected Works", the characteristics of various styles are analyzed and the stylistic concepts of the selected writers are revealed; the potential system of ancient stylistic theory is explored from several aspects such as talent identification, style identification, imitation and innovation; etc.