Classical Chinese Literature (2) (中国古典文学 (2))

Synopsis

Ancient Chinese literature spans a vast body of work, encompassing Pre-Qin literature, Han Dynasty literature; Wei, Jin and Southern and Northern Dynasties literature; Sui, Tang and Five Dynasties literature; Song and Yuan literature; Ming and Qing literature, etc. The literary content involves poetry and prose, novels and dramas, etc of various historical periods. Focusing on the development context, basic characteristics, selected writers and their literary works in various historical periods, this course will introduce the literary styles and characteristics from the Song to Qing dynasty to deepen students’ understanding of ancient Chinese literature and Chinese cultural traditions.

Level: 2
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

Song Poetry 宋诗
Song Ci 宋词
Song Novel 宋话本
Classical Prose Movement in Tang Dynasty 宋代古文运动
Yuan Drama 元杂剧
Yuan lyric verses 元散曲
Yuan Poetry and Prose 元诗文
Ming Poetry and Prose 明代诗文
Literary Criticism of Ming Dynasty 明代文学批评
Ming Novels and Drama 明小说戏曲
Qing Drama and Novels 清戏曲小说
Qing Poetry and Prose 清代诗文

Learning Outcome

Discuss the history of classical Chinese literature
Describe the literary trend of each Chinese era
Examine relevant literary concepts, trends of thought and literary phenomena
Illustrate the characteristics of Chinese literature in different periods
Analyse the literary achievements of important writers
Apply knowledge learnt to improve the ability to read and comprehend classic Chinese texts

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Singapore University of Social Sciences

Classical Chinese Literature (2) (中国古典文学 (2))