Chinese Classical Literature

Chinese Classical Literature encompasses a vast body of works written in Classical Chinese, the literary language of China for over two millennia. It includes poetry, prose, philosophy, and historical texts, with notable examples like the "Tao Te Ching," "Analects," and "Dream of the Red Chamber." This literature reflects the values, social norms, and cultural heritage of ancient China, often exploring themes of morality, nature, and the human experience. Influential figures such as Confucius and Laozi shaped much of this literary tradition, which continues to resonate in modern Chinese culture and thought.