The Oldest Book Of The Chinese, The Yh-King And Its Authors V1: History And Method - Paperback

by A. Terrien De Lacouperie (Author)

The Oldest Book of the Chinese, The Yh-King and Its Authors V1: History and Method is a comprehensive book written by A. Terrien de Lacouperie. The book explores the ancient Chinese text known as the Yh-King, which is considered to be one of the oldest books in China. The author delves into the history and origins of the Yh-King, tracing its roots back to the Shang dynasty. The book also sheds light on the authors of the Yh-King, providing an in-depth analysis of their lives and works. The author examines the methods used by the authors to compile the Yh-King, including the use of divination and the interpretation of hexagrams. Throughout the book, the author provides a detailed account of the Yh-King's significance in Chinese history and culture. He also explores the influence of the Yh-King on other ancient Chinese texts and its relevance in modern times. Overall, The Oldest Book of the Chinese, The Yh-King and Its Authors V1: History and Method is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Chinese history and culture. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Yh-King and its authors, shedding light on one of the most important texts in Chinese history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.