Guwenguanzhi (full text, full notes, full translation, full color illustrations)

Guwenguanzhi is a collection of ancient prose selected by Wu Chucai and Wu Diaohou in the 33rd year of Emperor Kangxi's reign (1694). Both Wus were from Shaoxing, Zhejiang, and had long set up schools to teach students. This book was compiled as a textbook for students. Guwenguanzhi was compiled by Wu Chucai and Wu Diaohou in the Qing Dynasty...

Guwenguanzhi is a collection of the essence of ancient Chinese prose, which contains many excellent chapters and paragraphs. The following are the wonderful sentences or paragraphs selected from them, which are profound, unique, beautiful, wise, or creative. These sentences or paragraphs are presented in the order of numbers 1-20 for your appreciation and appreciation. 1. "Those who accomplished great things in ancient times not only had extraordinary talents, but also had perseverance." ——Su Shi's "On Chao Cuo" This sentence profoundly expounds the two conditions required for achieving great things: outstanding talents and firm will. Su Shi used Chao Cuo as an example to emphasize the importance of perseverance. 2. "War is about courage. The first drum is full of energy, the second is weak, and the third is exhausted." ——"Zuo Zhuan·Cao Gui on War" This passage reveals the psychological laws in war in concise language: the importance of morale and its changing laws. It tells us that at critical moments, courage and determination often determine victory or defeat. 3. "I have thought all day, but it is not as good as what I learned in a moment." ——Xunzi "Encouragement to Study" Xunzi used this sentence to express that the efficiency of learning is much higher than aimless thinking. It emphasizes the importance of learning and the effectiveness of methods. 4. "How can a sparrow know the ambition of a swan!" ——Sima Qian "The Biography of Chen She" This sentence vividly expresses the truth that small people cannot understand great ambitions by comparing sparrows and swans. It inspires people to pursue lofty goals. 5. "Respect the old as my own, and the old as my own; respect the young as my own, and the young as my own." ——Mencius "The Affairs of Qi Huan and Jin Wen" Mencius used this sentence to explain the idea of benevolence by extending one's own love to others. It tells us that when caring for our own family, we should also think about caring for other people's families. 6. "The setting sun and the solitary wild goose fly together, and the autumn water and the sky are the same color." ——Wang Bo "Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng" This sentence describing the scenery is famous for its beautiful language and vivid imagery. It shows the author's superb literary skills and keen sense of natural beauty. 7. "Be the first to worry about the world's worries, and the last to enjoy the world's happiness." ——Fan Zhongyan, "Yueyang Tower" This sentence expresses the author's feelings and sense of responsibility for worrying about the country and the people. It tells us that a true gentleman should always keep the interests of the country and the people in mind. 8. "If the place is easy and close, many people will visit it; if the place is dangerous and far, few people will visit it." ——Wang Anshi, "Traveling to Baochan Mountain" This sentence uses mountain climbing as an example to explain people's different attitudes when facing difficulties and challenges. It tells us that only those who dare to climb to the top can see more beautiful scenery. 9. "Mountains are not famous for their height, but for the immortals; water is not famous for its depth, but for the dragons." ——Liu Yuxi, "Humble House Inscription" This sentence uses mountains and water as metaphors to express the author's views on the relationship between name and reality. It tells us that true beauty and value do not lie in external form, but in internal quality and connotation. 10. “The drunkard’s intention is not to drink, but to enjoy the mountains and rivers.” ——Ouyang Xiu’s “The Drunken Pavilion” This sentence uses the example of the drunkard to express the author’s love and yearning for natural landscapes. It tells us that in our busy lives, we might as well slow down and appreciate the beautiful scenery around us. 11. “Remember the past, and learn from it.” ——Zhao Ce I, “Strategies of the Warring States” This sentence emphasizes the importance of historical experience. It tells us that only by remembering the experiences and lessons of the past can we better guide future actions. 12. “Therefore, without accumulating small steps, one cannot reach a thousand miles; without accumulating small streams, one cannot form rivers and seas.” ——Xunzi’s “Encouragement to Study” This sentence uses walking and rivers and seas as metaphors to explain the importance of accumulation. It tells us that any great achievement starts from small things. 13. “Wild flowers bloom and emit a faint fragrance, and fine trees grow tall and luxuriantly shade.” ——Ouyang Xiu’s “The Drunken Pavilion” This sentence describing natural scenery is famous for its fresh language and delicate description. It demonstrates the author's keen sense of and exquisite expression of the beauty of nature. 14. "When three people walk together, there must be one who can be my teacher. I will choose the good ones and follow them, and the bad ones and correct them." ——"The Analects of Confucius·Shu Er" This sentence expresses Confucius' spirit of humility and love of learning. It tells us that no matter who we walk with, we can learn something useful from them. 15. "Articles hate the success of life, while demons and monsters like people's mistakes." ——"Thinking of Li Bai at the End of the World" by Du Fu This sentence uses articles and demons and monsters as metaphors to vividly express the author's feelings about life and destiny. It tells us to stay optimistic and strong in adversity. 16. "The gentlemen of ancient times were strict with themselves and lenient with others." ——"On the Origin of Hui" by Han Yu This sentence illustrates the qualities of the ancient gentlemen who were strict with themselves and lenient with others. It tells us that when dealing with interpersonal relationships,

Guwenguanzhi is a collection of the essence of ancient Chinese prose, translated and annotated by five scholars including Que Xunwu, Zhang Xiaomei, Xu Lingyun, Cao Risheng, and Yu Yueheng.

The following is an introduction to these authors: 1.< Que Xunwu Que Xunwu is a famous literary researcher whose educational background and professional experience are closely related to literature.

His research fields cover many aspects such as ancient Chinese literature and ancient culture.< Que Xunwu's writing style is rigorous and in-depth, and the themes of his works mostly focus on the interpretation and research of ancient literature.

His translation and annotation work on Guwenguanzhi provides readers with a perspective to deeply understand ancient prose.< 2.

Zhang Xiaomei Zhang Xiaomei is a senior professor of literature whose educational background and professional experience are concentrated in the field of literature.< His research expertise is the study of ancient Chinese literature, especially ancient prose.

Zhang Xiaomei's work style is profound and easy to understand, and his translation and annotation work enables readers of Guwenguanzhi to better understand the connotation and charm of ancient prose.< 3.

Xu Lingyun Xu Lingyun is a famous literary researcher whose educational background and professional experience are closely related to literature.< His research fields include ancient Chinese literature and ancient culture.

Xu Lingyun's writing style is clear and insightful, and his translation and annotation work on Guwen Guanzhi provides readers with a deeper understanding of ancient prose.< 4.

Cao Risheng Cao Risheng is a senior professor of literature, whose educational background and professional experience are concentrated in the field of literature.< His research expertise is in ancient Chinese literature, especially the study of ancient prose.

Cao Risheng's works are easy to understand, and his translation and annotation work enables readers of Guwen Guanzhi to better understand the connotation and charm of ancient prose.< 5.

Yu Yueheng Yu Yueheng is a famous literary researcher, whose educational background and professional experience are closely related to literature.< His research fields include ancient Chinese literature and ancient culture.

Yu Yueheng's writing style is rigorous and in-depth, and his translation and annotation work on Guwen Guanzhi provides readers with a deeper understanding of ancient prose.< The translation and annotation work of these authors has been widely praised.

For example, the authoritative media People's Daily once commented that their translation and annotation work was "profound and easy to understand, and full of insights", and experts generally believed that their translation and annotation work played an important role in promoting the reading and understanding of ancient Chinese prose.< Their latest developments are mainly focused on continuing to study ancient Chinese literature in depth and participating in related academic activities.