| Author |
Kong, Fu, 265? BCE-209 BCE |
| Title |
小爾雅
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| Alternate Title |
Xiao Er Ya
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| Credits |
Produced by Jun-Xiang Yang
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| Summary |
"小爾雅" by Fu Kong is a historical linguistic work, likely written during the early to mid-20th century. This text serves as a critical reference for the understanding of Classical Chinese vocabulary, focusing on the clarification and meaning of various terms. It aims to preserve and elucidate the complexities of the language and its usage. The content of "小爾雅" is structured as a glossary, systematically defining words across various categories, such as nature, animals, and human relations. It lists terms followed by their meanings or synonyms, illustrating the rich tapestry of vocabulary and the intricate relationships between words. The work stands out as an effort to compile and elucidate essential concepts and terminology in a language deeply intertwined with Chinese culture and history, making it invaluable for students and scholars of the language. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Chinese |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
Chinese language -- Semantics
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
24223 |
| Release Date |
Jan 10, 2008 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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