Gongsun Long (simplified Chinese: 公孙龙; traditional Chinese: 公孫龍; pinyin: Gōngsūn Lóng; Wade–Giles: Kung1-sun1 Lung2, c. 325–250 BC) was a Chinese philosopher and writer who was a member of the School of Names (Logicians) of ancient Chinese philosophy. He also ran a schoo...
is the pinnacle of ancient Chinese literature. The authors, Cao Xueqin and Gao E artfully told the sorrowful love story of Jia Baoyu and Lin Daiyu, by weaving a tale of the wealthy and prosperous life as well as the degeneration of the Jias and other royal families. Reading the day to ...
His translations, which include volumes of poetry, theatre as well as philosophy by ancient Chinese authors,have enriched(3)___(globe) sinology(汉学)enormously.(4)___(remarkable),his achievements have also made him one of the most influential(5)___(figure) among the Chinese intelligentsia(知...
Famous Authors of Antiquity Homer (8th Century BC) Nationality: Greek Known for: Iliad, Odyssey Homer is considered to be the greatest of the ancient Greek poets as he wrote two epic poems that still live on today – the Iliad and the Odyssey. These stories were epic poems that detailed ...
Famous Chinese Short Stories: Retold by Lin Yutang (FCSS), published by the John Day Company in 1952, is a particularly revealing case in point. FCSS contains twenty tales selected from ancient Chinese culture, edited, and rewritten in English using western storytelling techniques. In response ...
who was the first to successfully capture an X-ray of DNA. Liven up chemistry discussions by teaching aboutTapputi-Belatekallim, a perfumer from Ancient Babylon who is one of the first recorded chemists. A Women’s History Month project could highlight how women across different fields—politic...
Ximen Bao was a Chinese hydraulic engineer, philosopher, and politician. He was a government minister and court advisor to Marquis Wen of Wei (reigned 445–396 BC) during the Warring States period of ancient China. He was known as an early rationalist, who had the State of Wei abolis...
Lao Tzu, the ancient Chinese philosopher, recognized the importance of taking that initial step towards our aspirations. This quote emphasizes the significance of perseverance and the gradual progression towards our goals. It reminds us that every great journey starts with a small, courageous action,...
“The Hobbit” (1937) – Although it’s now achieved fame among adult readers (and viewers of the recent films), “The Hobbit” was originally a children’s book. Building on magical realism and ancient mythology, the book takes readers on a journey through middle earth. ...
The Analects remain one of Ancient China’s most famous works of literature The Ancient East also had an incredible effect on the development of modern-day literature. Amongst the scholars who etched their wisdom into the annals of history was Confucius, a Chinese philosopher and educator. He ...