The misadventures of Master Mugwort : a joke book trilogy from imperial China : 艾子雜說,艾子後語,艾子外語 /
A bilingual translation of three collections of humorous episodes revolving around the beloved fictional character of Master Mugwort (Aizi). Set in the ancient Warring States period, Master Mugwort counsels kings in the art of statecraft, takes on other masters in mock philosophical debates, and wis...
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Oxford University Press,
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Publisher Address: | New York, NY : |
Publication Dates: | [2023] |
Literature type: | Book |
Language: |
English Chinese |
Series: |
Hsu-Tang Library of classical Chinese literature. |
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Summary: |
A bilingual translation of three collections of humorous episodes revolving around the beloved fictional character of Master Mugwort (Aizi). Set in the ancient Warring States period, Master Mugwort counsels kings in the art of statecraft, takes on other masters in mock philosophical debates, and wisecracks his way through this age of opportunity and intrigue, disciples in tow. Includes explanatory notes. |
Item Description: | "The Hsu-Tang Library of classical Chinese literature" -- cover. |
Carrier Form: | xliii, 163 pages : maps ; 25 cm. |
Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages [157]-163). |
ISBN: |
9780197585603 0197585604 |
Index Number: | PL2658 |
CLC: | I276.8 |
Call Number: | I276.8/S938 |